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Bird's nest kunafa

Published: Sep 18, 2014 · Modified: Dec 9, 2022 by Amira · This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

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Kunafa nests are a traditional Kunafa recipe so popular throughout the Middle East.,
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These nests are so crunchy and just the right sweetness, they are baked instead of  fried and they are the easiest kunafa to make. Bite sized nutty kunafa nests will be your new game day recipe or as an Easter dessert.

Bird's nest kunafa on a platter.

Kunafa is a popular dessert specially during the holy month of Ramadan. One of my mama's specialties, everyone in my big family rush to her for her special kunafa with cream, did I tell you before that this woman is amazing in almost every aspect in life!!!

Because I did not know her secret till today, I'm just trying my hands in the easy kunafa recipes and these nests are really very easy to make and requires no skills at all. These nests are usually fried but I like them baked and drizzled with the syrup.

Because it is football season, I thought these might be the right time for this recipe to entertain your guests and not standing the whole day in the kitchen as well. These also look very cool in Spring season if you are having an Eater banquet.

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  • Kunafa is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert that is made with a layer of golden shredded phyllo dough, a creamy filling, and a sweet syrup. A popular dessert in many countries that is often served during special occasions and holidays.
Kunafa nests on a white plate.

Birds nest knafeh

Kunafa nests are a traditional Kunafa recipe so popular throughout the Middle East.,
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb Kataifi- I've used half
  • 1 ½ c of unsalted butter melted
  • Nuts for filling.
  • 1 ½ c of thick simple syrup 2c sugar+ 1 c water+ lemon juice and a dash of vanilla. Leave it to cool completely

Instructions

  • Gently pull a small punch of kunafa and cover the rest so it will not get dry.
  • Brush the kunafa with melted butter then roll around one,two or even three fingers depending on the desired size.
  • Now fill your nests with your favorite nuts.
  • Until all are done.
  • Bake until golden brown then drizzle while hot with syrup.
  • let it cool a little before serving.
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  1. Denise Browning@From Brazil To You

    September 21, 2014 at 7:18 am

    I love kataifi... This dessert looks like real birds' nests. Wow!!!

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  2. Liz

    September 20, 2014 at 10:58 am

    Such a fun idea! Beautiful presentation!!!

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  3. Henna

    September 20, 2014 at 12:41 am

    omg i loveeee kanafeh! I've had both cheese and custard versions and can never decide which one I love more hehe
    Love this idea of individual sized portions (but that wouldn't stop me from indulging in more than my fair share 😉 )

    Reply
  4. David Crichton

    September 18, 2014 at 10:57 am

    My favourite type of baklava. Love the birds nest!

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    • Amira

      September 18, 2014 at 11:59 pm

      Hi David, isn't it cute!!.

      Reply
  5. Coffee and Crumpets

    September 18, 2014 at 9:56 am

    I love kunafa! These little nests are perfect. I wish I could try your mama's kunafa! I hope all is well with you Amira.

    Reply
    • Amira

      September 19, 2014 at 12:00 am

      Thanks Nazneen, We are fine Al Hamdu Lellah. Hope to see more of you 🙂 welcome back dear.

      Reply
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