Description
Mini kunafa cream puffs are an irresistible fusion of crispy kunafa and a luscious cream filling that will delight your taste buds. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or simply a well-deserved treat for yourself. With their golden exterior and creamy interior, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz kunafa dough, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tbsp finely chopped pistachios (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and tools.
- Gently separate the kunafa dough into strands and brush each with melted butter.
- Place small portions of the buttered dough into muffin tins to form cups.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- For the cream filling, heat milk, sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan until warm. Whisk in cornstarch until thickened.
- Once cooled, fill each kunafa cup with the creamy mixture.
- Top with whipped cream and pistachios if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini puff (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg