Please enter the email you’re using for this account.
Dairy
Easy
12 Servings
Allergens 
55 Minutes
Diets
Kadaif is a popular Middle Eastern pastry made with a special form of shredded phyllo dough. Kadaif can be purchased at local specialty food stores, but it’s quite difficult to work with. A good friend of mine came up with the idea to use thin noodles as a substitute, and it’s a great accessible alternative! I like to serve these in individual portions, but for a more practical dessert that can be brought to the table, spread half the noodle mixture in the bottom of the serving dish, top with filling and then place remaining noodles on top. Or you can serve it in a trifle bowl. Divide crunch and filling in thirds and layer them.
1 cup sugar
200 grams butter
1 (10-oz.) package thin soup egg noodles, such as Manischewitz Fine Noodles
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
3 cups heavy cream
2.8 ounces Gefen Instant Vanilla Pudding
3/4 cup milk
Melt sugar with butter in a skillet over low heat.
Add noodles and stir constantly until golden brown, about 20 minutes. (You will see the sugar crumbling and sticking to the noodles after 20 minutes.)
Add hazelnuts and stir for five more minutes. Set the noodles aside.
In the bowl of an electric mixer, whip heavy cream until stiff.
Add in vanilla pudding. Slowly pour in milk, and then mix until combined.
To serve individual portions, place some of the noodle mixture in the bottom of the dish. Top with filling, followed by more noodles (as pictured).
Food Styling and Design by Kiki Fisher. Contact Kiki at fooddesignbykiki@gmail.com.
How Would You
Rate this recipe?
When leaving comments on kosher.com we ask that you be respectful, appropriate, and stay on topic. Click here to read our full comment policy.
Kosher.com Commenting Guidelines
We love hearing from our community! Constructive feedback, tips, questions, and friendly engagement are encouraged.
By commenting on Kosher.com, you agree to follow these guidelines. Please note that comments are for community discussion only and should not be considered halachic guidance—always check with your own Rabbi or LOR.
1. Be Respectful
2. Keep It Appropriate
3. Protect Privacy
4. Stay On Topic
5. Moderation