Künefe Recipe

Inspired by Oleana

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Cream Cheese Ice Cream, Candied Kumquats, Bay Leaf Syrup

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Syrup
In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
2
Candied Kumquats
Slice kumquats thinly and add to the cooled syrup. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavor.
3
Prepare the Kadayıf
Melt the butter and mix with the shredded phyllo dough, ensuring it is well coated.
4
Assemble the Künefe
In a baking dish, place half of the buttered kadayıf. Spread the cream cheese over it, then cover with the remaining kadayıf.
5
Bake the Künefe
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the assembled künefe for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
6
Serve
Remove from the oven, pour the bay leaf syrup over the hot künefe, and let it soak for a few minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of cream cheese ice cream and candied kumquats on the side.