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Ramadan Delights: Sweet Stuffed Pancakes (عجينة القطايف)

Yields8 ServingsPrep Time30 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time45 mins

Indulge in these delectable sweet pancakes filled with nuts or cheese, perfect for Ramadan celebrations. Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for optimal texture.

Golden-brown stuffed pancakes folded into crescents, garnished with nuts and drizzled with syrup.

For the Pancake Batter
 2 cups all-purpose flour
 1 cup water
 1 tsp yeast
 1 tsp sugar
 1 pinch salt
For the Nut Filling
 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
 1 tbsp sugar
 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Cheese Filling
 1 cup ricotta cheese
 1 tbsp powdered sugar
 1 tsp rose water
For Frying
 2 cups vegetable oil
For Garnishing
 1 cup simple syrup
 1 tbsp pistachios, crushed
Prepare the Pancake Batter
1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Gradually add water while whisking until you achieve a smooth batter. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes until bubbles form on the surface.

Make the Nut Filling
2

In a separate bowl, mix the finely chopped walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.

Make the Cheese Filling
3

In another bowl, blend the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and rose water until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Cook the Pancakes
4

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour a ladle of batter onto the skillet, shaping it into a small circle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another minute. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Stuff and Fold the Pancakes
5

Once the pancakes are cooked, place a tablespoon of nut filling or cheese filling in the center of each pancake. Fold the pancake into a crescent shape and pinch the edges to seal.

Fry the Pancakes
6

In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the stuffed pancakes until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve and Garnish
7

Drizzle the fried pancakes with simple syrup and sprinkle with crushed pistachios before serving warm.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for optimal texture.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

2 stuffed pancakes


Amount per serving
Calories250
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g18%

Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 10mg4%
Sodium 150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 28g11%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 6g
Includes 3g Added Sugars6%
Protein 6g

Vitamin A 50mcg6%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 100mg8%
Iron 1.5mg9%
Potassium 200mg5%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Vitamin E 1mg7%
Vitamin K 0mcg0%
Thiamin 0.1mg9%
Riboflavin 0.2mg16%
Niacin 0.5mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg6%
Folate 10mcg3%
Vitamin B12 0mg0%
Biotin 0mcg0%
Pantothenic Acid 0.5mg10%
Phosphorus 150mg12%
Iodine 0mcg0%
Magnesium 20mg5%
Zinc 1mg10%
Selenium 5mcg10%
Copper 0.2mg23%
Manganese 0.5mg22%
Chromium 0mcg0%
Molybdenum 0mcg0%
Chloride 50mg3%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.