Pistachio Trifle Dessert Cups (with Kataifi)
Calories: 35
Adjust Servings Here: 6 servings
Description
Layers of buttery, pan-toasted kataifi, pistachio cream cheese frosting, and chopped pistachios come together in these elegant mini trifle cups — crunchy, creamy, nutty, and perfect for make-ahead entertaining.
Ingredients
For the kataifi layer
- 200 g (¾ cups) Kataifi pastry (shredded filo dough) thawed if frozen
- 100 g (½ cups) Unsalted butter
For the pistachio cream frosting
- 250 g (8 oz) Cream cheese softened
- 120 g (½ cup) Pistachio paste
- 60 g (½ cup) Powdered sugar confectioners sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (1 cup) Heavy cream cold (whipping cream)
- Pinch Salt
For topping
- 60 g (½ cup) Chopped toasted pistachios
Instructions
- Toast the kataifi: Melt the butter in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the kataifi, gently separating the strands with tongs or your fingers. Toss continuously for about 8–10 minutes, until the strands turn evenly golden brown and crisp. Keep stirring — the kataifi can burn quickly once it starts to brown. Transfer to a large plate or tray and let it cool completely. It will crisp up more as it cools.200 g Kataifi pastry (shredded filo dough), 100 g Unsalted butter
- Make the pistachio cream frosting: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks. Add the cream cheese and combine until smooth without lumps. Taste and adjust sweetness or nut flavor if needed.250 g Cream cheese, 120 g Pistachio paste, 60 g Powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 cup Heavy cream , Pinch Salt
- Assemble the trifle cups: Add a spoonful of the cooled kataifi to the bottom of each dessert cup and press lightly. Spoon or pipe a layer of pistachio cream over it. Repeat with another layer of kataifi and another layer of pistachio cream. Smooth the top neatly using a spatula or spoon.
- Finish and chill: Sprinkle each cup generously with chopped pistachios. Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving (or up to overnight). Serve chilled for the best creamy texture and flavor.60 g Chopped toasted pistachios
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