The almond pudding is a silky milk pudding thick with ground almonds, the kind served chilled in a glass. I cook it slow and stir so it stays smooth instead of lumpy.
The Turkish Almond Pudding Recipe highlights the use of almond milk and ground almonds, resulting in a delicate nutty flavor that is both refreshing and satisfying.
A Creamy Delight of Turkish Almond Pudding
This pudding is made with a combination of almond milk, sugar, and cornstarch, resulting in a smooth consistency that melts in your mouth. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 to 6 people, making it an excellent choice for gatherings or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup ground almonds
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- A pinch of salt
- Sliced almonds for garnish (optional)
- Crushed pistachios for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the almond milk, sugar, cornstarch, ground almonds, almond extract, and salt until smooth.
- Cook Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- Set the Pudding: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat. Pour the pudding into serving dishes or ramekins and allow to cool at room temperature.
- Chill: Once cooled, transfer the pudding to the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish the pudding with sliced almonds and crushed pistachios if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 to 6 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
Chill it until it sets and dust the top with nuts.
