Walnut Kataifi

A delicious dessert made with roasted kataifi and walnuts, soaked in a sweet syrup.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 125g butter or margarine
• 60ml vegetable oil
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tbsp yogurt
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 packet baking powder
• 1 packet vanilla
• 3 tbsp semolina
• 2.5 cups flour
• 1 cup roasted shredded kataifi
• 1 cup walnuts (chopped)

For the Syrup:

• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups water (400ml)
• 2 tbsp molasses

For Coating:

• 1 egg white
• Roasted shredded kataifi

Instructions:

1. Prepare the syrup by boiling sugar and water for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in molasses. Let cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine butter, oil, egg yolk, yogurt, powdered sugar, baking powder, vanilla, and semolina. Gradually add flour and knead into a smooth dough.
3. Fold in walnuts and roasted kataifi. Shape the dough into small finger-sized balls.
4. Dip each shaped piece into egg white, then coat with roasted kataifi.
5. Arrange on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes until golden brown.
6. Pour cooled syrup over the hot desserts and let them absorb for a few hours before serving.
7. Garnish with pistachios and enjoy!

Images:

Source: Modest Munchies