🧀 Kunafa Cones Filled with CheeseMakes about 20 pieces
Here’s a delicious savory recipe for crispy cheese-filled kunafa cones, prepared with angel hair kunafa dough. An original and tasty idea for appetizers or a creative starter 🧀🌿
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Ingredients
For the cones:
- 20 pieces of Cornet Kunafa Elgamra
- 100 g melted butter (or half butter, half neutral oil)
For the cheese filling:
- 150 g grated cheese (mozzarella, emmental, gouda…)
- 100 g crumbled goat cheese or feta
- 2 portions of soft cheese (like Kiri or cream cheese – optional for creaminess)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or chives
- Black pepper to taste
- A pinch of nutmeg or mild paprika (optional)
For decoration (optional):
- Nigella seeds or sesame
- Fresh chopped herbs
- A drizzle of honey or sweet chili jam (for those who enjoy sweet and savory flavors)
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Preparation Steps
Prepare the cones:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Generously brush the kunafa cones with melted butter.
- Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, with the pointed end facing up.
Bake the cones:
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Let them cool slightly before filling.
Prepare the cheese filling:
- Mix all the cheeses, egg, herbs, and spices.
- Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
Fill the cones:
- Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each kunafa cone with the cheese filling.
- You can add a sprinkle of seeds or herbs on top for decoration.
- Return them to the oven for 5–8 minutes just to warm through and melt the cheese.
Chef’s advice
Serve the kunafa cones warm or at room temperature, with a fresh salad or as part of an appetizer spread.
You can also serve them with a sweet touch like honey or chutney.
