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Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa Cookies

Indulge in Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa Cookies Today!

Discover the delicious fusion of Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa Cookies that marries rich chocolate with a delightful pistachio filling.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kunafa Filling
  • 3 tablespoons Butter or Ghee Use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Kunafa Pastry Can substitute with phyllo dough
  • 1/2 cup Pistachio Spread Almond or macadamia spread can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini Optional
For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Swap with salted butter but reduce salt
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso/Instant Coffee Powder Omit for caffeine-free option
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Consider coconut sugar for lower glycemic
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use vanilla bean for intense flavor
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg works for egg-free version
  • 1 cup Cocoa Powder Opt for Dutch-processed for smoother profile
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free flour blend can work
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Can substitute with baking powder if necessary
  • 1 pinch Salt Try Himalayan pink salt for extra flavor
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chunks Feel free to swap in chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Kunafa Filling: Melt butter or ghee, add kunafa pastry, stir until golden brown, then mix in pistachio spread and optional tahini.
  2. Chill Filling: Scoop the mixture into equal portions and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Make Cookie Dough: Beat together butter, espresso powder, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Add egg and mix fully.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Assemble Cookies: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F), encase kunafa balls in cookie dough and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until cookies puff slightly, then cool on the baking sheet before transferring.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the kunafa filling is cold before encasing it in dough for the best results.

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