Saffron Custard Kunafa Tart

Ingredients You Will Need

For the tart base240g of Ziyad kataifi shredded dough1 cup of Ziyad brand ghee or butterFor the saffron cardamom custard2  cups of whole milk1/3 cup of sugar (more or less according to taste)3  tbsps of ready powdered custard. (If not available you can substitute it with 1  tbsp of cornstarch for each cup of milk)1/2  tsp of Ziyad cardamom powder3  strands of saffronFor toppingZiyad medjool dates (halved)Shredded coconutCrushed or slivered pistachios

Method

Preheat your oven to 350  FThen, start cutting your kataifi dough. (This step is easier when done while the dough is still frozen)Then, pour the melted butter or ghee on the dough and mix it well between your hands to allow  the dough absorb all the butter.Now place the dough in the a tart pan or the desired oven safe pan. Pack the dough tightly on the pan making sure there is no gaps and form a 1/2 inch thick base.Bake your kunafa tart base for 30 mins or until golden brown.Meanwhile, prepare your custard.Mix the milk, custard, sugar, cardamom, and saffron until everything is combined. Now cook on medium high heat and stir continuously until the custard thickens (don’t allow the custard to thicken too much)Strain(optional) and set aside.Pour your custard on top of your cooked Kunafa tart base. Let it cool the decorate with Ziyad dates, pistachios, and coconut.Refrigerate and enjoy! •