Knafeh

Serving: 1 serving (~150 g)

Knafeh is a warm dessert of shredded or semolina pastry over melting cheese, soaked in sweet syrup and topped with pistachios. It is rich, gooey and very much a treat.

Nutrition per serving

430

Calories

8 g

Protein

45 g

Carbs

24 g

Fat

Good to know

The sugar syrup and the butter in the pastry are the biggest calorie sources.
Portions vary widely — a small cup is far lighter than a large bakery slice.
The cheese adds some protein, but this is firmly a dessert.

Logging tip

Dessert portions are deceptive — photograph yours so Nishnush sizes it accurately.

Common questions

How many calories are in knafeh? +

A serving (~150 g) is roughly 430 calories — about 45 g carbs, 24 g fat and 8 g protein. Larger portions climb quickly.

Is knafeh very fattening? +

It is calorie-dense from sugar and butter, so it is best shared or kept to a small portion. Enjoy it as an occasional treat rather than an everyday item.

Estimate for the serving shown — actual values vary by recipe and portion. Photograph your plate in Nishnush for a count tuned to it.