Egyptian Milk Pudding Mihallabiya
Indulge in the creamy, aromatic delight of Egyptian Milk Pudding, also known as Mihallabiya, a cherished Middle Eastern dessert that's as simple as it is luxurious. This silky pudding is crafted from a handful of pantry staples, including whole milk, sugar, and cornstarch, which come together to create a smooth and velvety texture. A dash of rose water or orange blossom water adds a fragrant, floral note that's both soothing and exotic. Topped with crunchy pistachios or almonds, Mihallabiya offers a beautiful contrast of textures in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, this elegant treat is perfect for weeknight indulgence or as a dazzling finish to a dinner party. Serve it chilled for a cool, refreshing dessert that captures the essence of Middle Eastern flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Rose water or orange blossom water
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios or almonds (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 0.5 cup of water to create a smooth slurry. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to warm up but does not boil.
Add the sugar to the milk and stir until it completely dissolves.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the warm milk while continuously whisking to avoid lumps.
Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and reaches a pudding-like consistency. This should take about 10–12 minutes.
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the rose water or orange blossom water.
Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls or ramekins and allow them to cool to room temperature.
Cover the bowls with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
Before serving, garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds for a delightful crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.8 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1224 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1610 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
