Description
A layered masterpiece of crisp kataifi, creamy custard, fluffy whipped cream, and vibrant pistachios. This Pistachio Ekmek Kataifi Trifle is a modern take on the classic Turkish dessert.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz kataifi dough, thawed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar (divided)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 cup pistachios, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss kataifi with melted butter and spread on the sheet. Bake 20–25 minutes, stirring once, until golden and crisp. Let cool.
- In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar, water, and lemon juice. Simmer 8 minutes, then cool completely.
- Pour syrup over toasted kataifi and gently toss to coat.
- In another saucepan, heat milk with remaining sugar. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and cornstarch. Gradually add hot milk to yolks, then return to the pan and cook until thick. Stir in vanilla. Cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Layer kataifi, custard, and whipped cream in a trifle bowl. Repeat layers and top with chopped pistachios.
- Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh pistachios for better flavor.
- Can be prepared a day in advance.
- Adjust sugar based on your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Pistachio Ekmek Kataifi Trifle, Turkish dessert, layered dessert