Crispy Cheese Konafa in 20 Minutes
Shredded phyllo baked golden with melted cheese and a quick honey-lemon syrup — the TikTok-easy version of Egyptian konafa. Sweet, crispy, and ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 8 oz shredded phyllo (kataifi)
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1.5 cups mozzarella, shredded
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup honey
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 375°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment or foil.
- 2
Toss shredded phyllo with melted butter until evenly coated, then spread on the sheet pan in a thin, even layer.
- 3
Mix mozzarella and ricotta in a bowl, then dollop spoonfuls across the phyllo and gently press them in.
- 4
Bake until the phyllo is deep golden and edges curl, 8–10 minutes. Watch closely so it doesn't char.
- 5
While it bakes, warm honey with lemon juice in a small saucepan over low heat, about 2 minutes.
- 6
Remove konafa from oven. Pour honey syrup over it immediately. Let cool 2 minutes, then serve warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- parchment or foil
- small mixing bowl
- small saucepan
- spoon
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