Hairy Fingers Recipe

Name: Hairy Fingers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb almonds or 12 lb walnuts, chopped; ½ cup breadcrumbs, toasted; ½ cup sugar; ½ cup orange juice; 1 lb kadaifi, pastry; 1 ¼ cups butter, melted; 3 cups sugar; 2 cups water; ½ cup honey; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; cinnamon

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Grease baking pan.
3
Mix nuts, crumbs, sugar and orange juice.
4
Divide the long threads of kadaifi pastry into 16 to 18 portions.
5
On the end of each portion, place 1 heaping tablespoon of nut mixture.
6
Roll up loosely.
7
Place rolls side by side in pan, but not too closely.
8
Pour butter over rolls and bake for 45 minutes.
9
Remove rolls from oven.
10
While rolls are resting for 20 minutes, combine syrup ingredients in saucepan.
11
Boil for 5 minutes.
12
Pour syrup over rolls.
13
Cover with dish towel.
14
Allow syrup to absorb for 5 or 6 hours.
15
Sprinkle with cinnamon.

9217

kcal

Calories

738

Fat

512

Carbs

288

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb almonds or 12 lb walnuts, chopped, ½ cup breadcrumbs, toasted, ½ cup sugar, ½ cup orange juice, and more.

Yes, Hairy Fingers falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hairy Fingers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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