Description
Mini Kunafa Cream Puffs are delightful bites featuring a crispy kunafa shell filled with a rich, creamy filling. Perfect for gatherings, these treats are not only easy to make but also visually stunning and sure to impress your guests. With each bite, you’ll experience the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess, making them a must-try dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g kunafa dough
- 100g unsalted butter (melted)
- 500ml whole milk
- 40g cornstarch
- 80g granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 30g chopped pistachios (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix melted butter with kunafa dough until evenly coated and spread onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, cornstarch, sugar, and vanilla extract until thickened and creamy.
- Once the kunafa base is cool, break it into small pieces and form cups in mini molds or muffin tins.
- Fill each cup with the creamy mixture and top with chopped pistachios if desired. Chill briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream puff (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment with fillings such as chocolate ganache or fruit custards for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat briefly in the oven to maintain crispness.