Umm Ali: Exquisite Egyptian Bread Pudding
45 minutes
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About Umm Ali: Exquisite Egyptian Bread Pudding
Dive into the warm, comforting embrace of Umm Ali, a classic Egyptian bread pudding. Imagine layers of golden puff pastry soaking in a creamy, spiced milk bath, a symphony of textures and flavors waiting to be discovered.Crunchy slivered almonds and pistachios dance with sweet golden raisins in every bite, transporting you to the heart of Egyptian cuisine. This easy dessert is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect warm or chilled for any occasion.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total45 minutes
Ingredients
Milk Mixture
- 4 cup Milk
- ¾ cup Milk condensed
- 3 tbsp Sugar granulated
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Pastry and Toppings
- 8 sheet Puff Pastry square
- 1 cup Almonds slivered
- 1 cup Pistachios slivered
- 1 cup Golden Raisins
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- ½ tsp Cinnamon ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a saucepan, combine the whole milk and granulated sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. This gentle heating infuses the milk with the sweetness of the sugar.
- Remove the milk from the heat and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, stir in the condensed milk and vanilla extract.
- Tear the puff pastry sheets into bite-sized pieces and arrange them in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the milk mixture over the puff pastry, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Sprinkle the slivered almonds, pistachios, and golden raisins evenly over the soaked pastry.
- Drizzle the heavy cream over the pudding. This adds another layer of richness and helps create a beautiful golden crust.
- Dust the top with ground cinnamon. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve warm or chilled. The caramelized sugar and warm spices create a truly delightful dessert experience.
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- For extra richness, sprinkle a layer of desiccated coconut or shredded coconut between the pastry pieces before adding the milk mixture.
- If you prefer a less sweet version, use evaporated milk instead of condensed milk, or reduce the condensed milk and add more fresh cream.
- For a beautiful presentation, reserve some pistachios and almonds to sprinkle on top before serving, along with powdered sugar or a drizzle of rose water.
- Umm Ali is best served warm.
Expert Tips
- For a crispier Umm Ali, toast the pastry pieces in the oven until golden brown before assembling.
- Adjust the sweetness and creaminess to your liking by varying the ratio of condensed milk to fresh cream.
- Experiment with different nuts and dried fruits like raisins or cranberries for added flavor and texture.
Storage Instructions
- You can assemble Umm Ali in advance and refrigerate it. Reheat in the oven for 10-15 minutes before serving to restore its crispness and gooey texture.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9.6gCholesterol: 6mgFiber: 4gSugar: 14g
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Absolutely fantastic! Thanks for the recipe.
This is so inspiring! Can’t wait to cook it.
This looks so appetizing! Thank you.