Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsOmaha KebabsKnafeh Recipe

Knafeh Recipe

Inspired by Omaha Kebabs
Time1h 30m
Serves8

Sweet cheese pastry soaked in syrup.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Syrup

    Start by making the syrup so it has time to cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cheese Filling

    Combine the cheeses for the filling.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Phyllo Dough

    Melt the butter and prepare the phyllo dough layers.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Knafeh

    Layer the cheese filling and remaining phyllo.

  5. 5

    Bake

    Bake the knafeh until golden and crispy.

  6. 6

    Serve with Syrup

    Soak the baked knafeh in syrup and garnish.

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