Featuring LushPantry’s Premium Pre-Chopped Kadaifi
If you're looking for a show-stopping dessert that’s both rich and refreshing, these Creamy Kadaifi Cups are the perfect treat. Thanks to LushPantry’s pre-chopped kadaifi, you get that golden, irresistible crunch without the messy prep work.
This Middle Eastern-inspired dessert features buttery roasted kadaifi layered with a creamy milk pudding and topped with a scoop of your favorite ice cream—lemon, mulberry, or classic vanilla. It's a simple yet elegant no-bake dessert that everyone will love!
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Effortless to make – No need to chop or untangle messy pastry.
- Great texture contrast – Crispy kadaifi, silky cream, and cold ice cream.
- Perfect for warm weather – Cool, creamy, and refreshing.
- Middle Eastern meets modern – Traditional flavors with a fun twist.
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Kadaifi Base:
- 200g (7 oz) LushPantry Pre-Chopped Kadaifi
- 1 tbsp (15g) unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp ground pistachios, for garnish
For the Cream Filling:
- 4 cups (1 liter) whole milk
- 1.5 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1 packet (about 1 tsp) vanilla powder or 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 tbsp (50g) rice flour
For Serving:
- 1 scoop lemon, black mulberry, or vanilla ice cream per cup
🍰 Instructions:
1. Toast the Kadaifi:
In a large nonstick pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the LushPantry pre-chopped kadaifi and toast, stirring regularly, until it’s golden brown and fragrant (about 7–10 minutes). Stir in the ground pistachios, then remove from heat and let cool.
2. Make the Cream Filling:
In a saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, rice flour, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, until it thickens into a smooth pudding-like texture. This should take about 10–12 minutes. Once thickened, remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Cups:
In your dessert cups or small jars, add a layer of the toasted kadaifi mixture (use about half). Then pour the warm cream filling on top, dividing evenly among the cups. Sprinkle the remaining kadaifi on top of each one to create a crispy layer.
4. Chill:
Let the cups cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the cream to fully set.
5. Serve:
Right before serving, add a generous scoop of ice cream on top of each cup. Garnish with extra pistachios if desired.
🍨 Pro Tips:
- Try flavoring your cream with rosewater or orange blossom for an authentic Middle Eastern touch.
- Want to make it dairy-free? Use coconut or almond milk and a plant-based butter substitute.
- These cups are great for make-ahead entertaining—just add ice cream before serving.
📌 Perfect for:
- Ramadan desserts
- Summer dinner parties
- Middle Eastern-inspired menus
- Impressing your guests without breaking a sweat!
Discover more sweet possibilities with LushPantry’s Premium Kadaifi — no defrosting, no prep, just delicious results every time.