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Pistachio Kunafa Brownie Recipe

Pistachio Kunafa Brownie Recipe
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Indulge in the decadent fusion of flavors with this Pistachio Kunafa Brownie recipe. A rich, chocolatey brownie layer topped with a crunchy kataifi and pistachio crust, soaked in a fragrant sugar syrup. Perfect for a sweet Middle Eastern-inspired treat!

Ingredients

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For the Brownie Layer:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Kunafa Topping:

  • 1 cup kataifi (shredded phyllo dough)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup ground pistachios

For the Sugar Syrup:

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon rose water or orange blossom water (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix Brownie Batter: Whisk melted butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Stir until combined.
  3. Prepare Brownie Layer: Pour the brownie batter into the pan and spread evenly.
  4. Coat with Kunafa: Toss kataifi with melted butter and sugar, spread over the brownie batter.
  5. Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  6. Make Sugar Syrup: Boil water, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in rose water or orange blossom water.
  7. Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle warm syrup over the baked brownie, sprinkle with ground pistachios.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the brownie cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Use fresh or thawed kataifi dough, chop slightly for easier layering.
  • The syrup can be made ahead and reheated just before drizzling.
  • For extra richness, serve with a scoop of vanilla or saffron ice cream.

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