Umm Ali Dessert
Indulge in the luscious layers of Umm Ali, a classic Middle Eastern dessert that combines rich, creamy flavors with irresistible textures. This traditional Egyptian treat features golden, flaky puff pastry layered with a medley of chopped nuts, sweet raisins, and delicate coconut flakes, all soaked in a velvety milk and heavy cream mixture infused with vanilla. Baked to perfection, the dessert becomes delightfully golden and bubbly with a soft, pudding-like interior. Optional hints of cinnamon add a warm, aromatic touch to this sumptuous dessert. Quick and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, Umm Ali is perfect for special occasions or as a cozy indulgence to share. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a truly unforgettable dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Puff pastry sheets
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Raisins
- 0.5 cup Chopped almonds
- 0.5 cup Chopped pistachios
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
- 0.5 cup Coconut flakes
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Bake the puff pastry sheets according to package instructions until golden and crispy. Let them cool, then break them into small pieces.
Spread the broken puff pastry pieces evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
Sprinkle the raisins, chopped almonds, pistachios, walnuts, and coconut flakes over the puff pastry pieces.
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk, heavy cream, and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves. Do not let the mixture boil.
Remove the milk mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Optional: Add ground cinnamon for extra flavor.
Pour the milk mixture evenly over the puff pastry and nuts in the baking dish. Ensure all the pieces are well-soaked.
Bake the dessert in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Allow the dessert to cool for a few minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 237 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 489 mg | 10% | |
*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.
