Kadayıf in a Bowl with Custard

A delightful Middle Eastern dessert featuring crispy kadayıf layered with creamy custard, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 1 15

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Middle Eastern

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Kadayıf Layer

500 g Kadayıf noodles You can substitute with phyllo dough, but texture will differ.
100 g Butter Melted
1 cup Sugar For kadayıf layer

For the Custard

4 cups Milk Full-fat milk is recommended for richness.
4 large Egg yolks
1/4 cup Cornstarch
1 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract
1 cup Sugar For the custard

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Lightly grease a baking dish and spread the broken kadayıf evenly.
Drizzle melted butter over the kadayıf and sprinkle with sugar. Toss to coat.
Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown, stirring halfway through.
In a saucepan, heat milk until warm (not boiling).
In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, cornstarch, and sugar until combined.
Slowly pour warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
Remove from heat, add vanilla, and let cool slightly.

Assembly

In serving bowls, layer warm kadayıf followed by the custard.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, top with chopped nuts or a drizzle of honey. Fresh berries complement this dessert wonderfully. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze layers separately.

Keyword Baking, Custard, Dessert, Kadayıf, Middle Eastern Cuisine