Creamy Almond Pudding

Recipe

Creamy Almond Pudding

Silky Delight: Creamy Almond Pudding from the Heart of Turkey

4.8 out of 5

Indulge in the rich flavors of Turkish cuisine with this delightful Creamy Almond Pudding. Made with ground almonds, milk, and a touch of rosewater, this traditional Turkish dessert is a true crowd-pleaser.

Jan Dec
Dessert› Pudding› Keşkül
Asian cuisine› Arab cuisine› Turkish cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

10 minutes

Total time

2 hours 25 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Lactose-free, Kosher, Halal

Allergens

Almonds, Milk

Not suitable for

Vegan, Nut-free, Dairy-free, Paleo, Low-carb

Ingredients

Nutrition

  • Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
  • Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 4g
  • Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 34g, 26g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

  1. 1.
    In a saucepan, combine the ground almonds, milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Whisk until well combined.
  2. 2.
    Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
  3. 3.
    Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
  4. 4.
    Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the rosewater.
  5. 5.
    Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls or a large serving dish.
  6. 6.
    Allow the pudding to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
  7. 7.
    Before serving, garnish with toasted almonds and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.

Treat your ingredients with care...

  • Almonds — Make sure to use ground almonds for a smooth texture. If you can't find ground almonds, you can grind whole almonds in a food processor until finely ground.

Tips & Tricks

  • For a creamier texture, you can substitute some of the milk with heavy cream.
  • To enhance the nutty flavor, lightly toast the ground almonds before adding them to the pudding mixture.
  • If you prefer a stronger rosewater flavor, you can increase the amount to 2 teaspoons.

Serving advice

Serve the Creamy Almond Pudding chilled for the best experience. It can be enjoyed on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

Presentation advice

To make the presentation more appealing, sprinkle some additional ground cinnamon in a decorative pattern on top of the pudding before garnishing with toasted almonds.

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