Knafeh Ka'ak

A signature dessert featuring semolina knafeh, a traditional Middle Eastern cheese pastry, served stuffed inside a sesame bread roll (ka'ak). This innovative combination is highly praised by customers.

Knafeh is a traditional Arab dessert constructed from layers of kadayif and cheese, then drenched in a sweet sugar syrup known as attar. This dessert is widely enjoyed across the Arab world, with a notable variant, Knafeh Nabulseyeh, originating from Nablus. It is frequently prepared for significant events, holidays, and during Ramadan.

Dish family: Knafeh; Middle Eastern dessert; Pastry; Street Food
Also known as: Semolina Knafeh stuffed in Sesame Ka'ak; כנאפה כעכ; כנאפה בבייגל; Lebanese Knafe served in kaak
Origin: Levant
Key ingredients: kadayif · cheese · sugar syrup

Taste profileMiddle EasternSweetStreet FoodRich

Where can you eat Knafeh Ka'ak?

Knafeh Ka'ak is served at כנאפה כעכ in Tel Aviv-Yafo. Similar dishes on Hungru: Knafeh at MeeshMeesh Mediterranean, Knafeh at Yaffo Tel Aviv and Knafeh at Chef Haim Cohen.

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כנאפה כעכ

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

A popular eatery in Israel known for its unique take on knafeh, serving it stuffed inside a sesame ka'ak (bread roll). It offers authentic Lebanese sweets and cardamom coffee.