Kunafa with Cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, separate the kataifi pastry strands and pour the melted butter over them. Mix well to ensure all strands are coated.

4. 4

   Grease a baking dish and spread half of the buttered kataifi pastry evenly at the bottom.

5. 5

   In a separate saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Pour the cream over the kataifi layer in the baking dish.

6. 6

   Cover the cream layer with the remaining kataifi pastry, pressing down gently.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

8. 8

   While the kunafa is baking, prepare the syrup by combining sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the orange blossom water.

9. 9

   Once the kunafa is baked, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the prepared syrup evenly over the top.

10. 10

    Allow the kunafa to cool slightly, then garnish with chopped almonds.

11. 11

    Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Kunafa with Cream.