KONAFA (PHYLLO/CUSTARD CENTER)
Make and share this Konafa (Phyllo/Custard Center) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Poppy
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the cream filling by mixing the flour, sugar and 1/2 cup milk to form a smooth paste.
- Bring the 2 cups milk to a boil, then add the flour paste to the boiling milk slowly with continuous stirring, Let simmer with continuous stirring until very thick.
- Ensure that it does not lump or stick to the bottom of the pan.
- Allow the milk mixture to cool, then add the heavy cream and nuts, Mix well.
- Prepare the syrup by stirring the sugar, water and lemon juice over medium heat until thick to the point that it coats the metal spoon.
- Add rose water and cook with stirring for a few more minutes until well mixed.
- Remove from heat and cool slightly in the refrigerator.
- To prepare the Konafa, pull out and separate half pastry.
- Pour half of the melted butter over the pastry.
- Work the pastry to ensure that each phyllo is coated with the butter.
- Spread the half of the sheets on the bottom of a 9x9x2 inches oven dish.
- Pour cream filling on the pastry.
- Cover the cream filling with the rest of the pastry sheets using the same method described above, add extra pistachio nuts on top.
- Bake in an oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, or until slightly golden in color.
- Remove from the oven and immediately pour the cold syrup over the hot Konafa.
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Bashy Jdee
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The konafa was dry and crumbly, and the custard center was runny. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Lacyline James
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise it was very good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Md. Biplob
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's a great dessert to impress your guests.
Jemar Stewart
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The konafa was amazing and my family loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
Veronicah Thuita
[email protected]The konafa was delicious! The phyllo dough was crispy and the custard center was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Olivia James
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the konafa turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.
Rachel Ledwaba
[email protected]I love this recipe! The konafa is always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Snikii Mthembu
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The konafa was absolutely delicious! I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Bertha Banda
[email protected]This was my first time making konafa, and it turned out great! The phyllo dough was a bit tricky to work with, but the end result was worth it. The konafa was crispy and flavorful, and the custard center was rich and creamy.
Naik Nazar
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. The instructions are easy to follow, and the results are delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves konafa.
Welf Wan
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The konafa was crispy and golden brown, and the phyllo custard center was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.