Quick and Easy Toast Kunafa

Process the white toast bread with the butter in a food processor until the butter is fully incorporated and the mixture has an even, sandy texture with no large pieces.

Grease the baking pan with butter, then spread some of the toast mixture over the bottom and press it down firmly to form a compact, even layer.

Spread the filling evenly over the toast layer, leaving a narrow border around the edge of the pan to keep the filling contained between the layers as it bakes. Cover the cheese with the remaining toast mixture, spreading it evenly and pressing gently to create a level, compact top layer.

. Use the oven's bake setting.

Combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice, then boil the syrup over medium heat for 7 minutes, until the sugar dissolves completely and the syrup is smooth with a light consistency. Duration: 7 minutes.

Add the orange blossom water to the syrup over medium heat and stir briefly until incorporated and fragrant. Turn off the heat, remove the saucepan from the stove, and let the bubbling subside before pouring the syrup over the kunafa.

Remove the kunafa from the oven as soon as it is done, then carefully invert it onto a serving platter while still hot so it holds its shape.

Garnish the kunafa with pistachios, arranging them evenly in the center or around the edges as desired.

Gradually pour the syrup over the hot kunafa, then serve once it has seeped between the layers while the top remains crisp.