Description
These Gulab Jamun in Kunafa Nests are a delightful fusion dessert combining the rich, syrupy sweetness of gulab jamun with the crispy, buttery layers of kunafa. Perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress guests with a unique and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Kunafa Nests:
- 200g kunafa dough (shredded phyllo)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Gulab Jamun:
- 12 mini gulab jamuns (store-bought or homemade)
Sugar Syrup:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon rose water or cardamom powder
Garnish:
- Chopped pistachios
- Edible rose petals (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Prepare Kunafa Nests: Fluff and coat kunafa dough with melted butter. Press portions into muffin cups to form nests. Bake until golden and crisp.
- Make Sugar Syrup: Boil sugar and water, then add rose water or cardamom. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Assemble: Drizzle nests with syrup, place a gulab jamun in each, and garnish with pistachios and rose petals.
- Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make ahead and assemble just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Substitute with flavored syrup from gulab jamun tin if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion (Indian–Middle Eastern)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nest with gulab jamun
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
