Vegan Kadaif

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Vegan Kadaif, a plant-based twist on the classic Middle Eastern dessert. This decadent treat begins with delicate shredded phyllo dough that's lovingly coated in melted vegan butter, layered with a spiced mixture of coarsely chopped walnuts, pistachios, and ground cinnamon for an irresistible crunch. Golden and crispy from the oven, the kadaif is soaked in a fragrant homemade syrup infused with rose water and a hint of lemon, adding the perfect balance of floral and citrusy notes. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a recipe that yields 12 servings, this show-stopping vegan dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet centerpiece to your dinner table. Enjoy every bite of this indulgent treat while savoring its rich textures and aromatic flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 500 g Kadaif (shredded phyllo dough)
• 150 g Vegan butter (or margarine)
• 200 g Walnuts
• 100 g Pistachios
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 200 g Granulated sugar
• 250 ml Water
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Rose water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Melt the vegan butter in a small saucepan over low heat, ensuring it does not burn.

Step 3

Loosely unravel the kadaif dough and place it into a large bowl. Pour the melted vegan butter over the dough and gently work it in with your hands until the kadaif is evenly coated.

Step 4

Coarsely chop the walnuts and pistachios or pulse them in a food processor until you have a coarse mixture. Combine this with the ground cinnamon in a separate bowl.

Step 5

Grease a baking dish with a small amount of vegan butter. Layer half of the buttered kadaif dough evenly in the dish, pressing down gently with your hands.

Step 6

Spread the nut mixture evenly over the first layer of kadaif dough.

Step 7

Top with the remaining kadaif, pressing down lightly to create an even layer.

Step 8

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

While the kadaif is baking, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and water, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 10

Remove the syrup from heat and stir in the lemon juice and rose water. Allow it to cool slightly.

Step 11

Once the kadaif is finished baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot pastries.

Step 12

Allow the kadaif to soak and cool for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares or diamonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1436.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5473.1

Total Fat 319.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 107.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1982.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 608.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 223.4g
Protein 91.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 395.2mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 2168.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 42.9%