Pistachio Kunafa Phyllo Cups with Three-Milk Drizzle

This dessert is a modern twist on the classic Middle Eastern kunafa, served in crispy phyllo cups for an elegant bite-sized treat. The crunchy phyllo cups are filled with a rich, creamy pistachio- kunafa  and topped with a luxurious three-milk mixture. Each bite offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors—crispy, nutty, creamy, and sweet, making it a perfect dessert for any special occasion.

Yield: 12-15 cups

Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Phyllo Cups:

• 200g phyllo dough (thawed if frozen)
• 50g unsalted butter, melted

For the filling :

• 1.5 cups Kataifi (shredded phyllo dough)
• 2 tbsp.butter
• 1/4 cup crushed pistachio (powder)
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• Few drops  green food color (optional)
• 1 tbsp rose water

For the garnish:

• 1 tbsp sliced pistachios
• Few rose petals

For the Three-Milk Drizzle:

• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
• ½ cup evaporated milk
• ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F)
2. Cut phyllo dough into small squares, layering 3-4 sheets together with melted butter in between
3. Press the layered squares into a muffin tin to form cup shapes
4. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy
5. Meanwhile, shred the Kataifi (phyllo dough) over a cutting board.
6. Place 2 tbsp. of  butter in a pan over medium heat
7. Add the shredded kataifi to the pan
8. Roast the kataifi for a few minutes while stirring continuously until golden brown
9. Turn the heat off and then add the crushed pistachios and few drops of green color  Add in the sweetened condensed milk and rose water
10. Mix everything together to combine
11. Scoop portions of the mixture into each phyllo cup
12. Whisk together condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream in a bowl
13. Drizzle the smooth three-milk mixture generously over the phyllo cups
14. Garnish with extra sliced pistachios and rose petals
15. Serve warm and enjoy the crispy, creamy, and indulgent dessert.

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