Decadent Puff Pastry Pudding Baked with Nuts
Umm Ali is a traditional Egyptian dessert made with layers of puff pastry, nuts, and milk, baked to perfection. Prep and cook time: 90 min.
Umm Ali combines flaky pastry with creamy milk and nuts for a comforting dessert. The layering creates texture and flavor complexity.
Why This Recipe Works
Layered Texture: The multiple layers of puff pastry create a delightful contrast between flaky and creamy.
Nutty Flavor: Mixed nuts enhance the richness and add a satisfying crunch to every bite.
Sweet Balance: The sweetness of the milk mixture balances the savory notes of the pastry, creating a harmonious dessert.
Chef's Pro Tip: For best texture, serve Umm Ali warm and let it rest for 10 minutes after baking.
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
60 min
Total Time
90 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it.
- 2
Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut them into squares; layer half of them at the bottom of the baking dish.
- 3
In a saucepan, heat the milk and sugar until dissolved, then stir in vanilla and cinnamon.
- 4
Pour half of the milk mixture over the pastry layer, then add nuts, raisins, and coconut.
- 5
Top with remaining pastry squares and pour the rest of the milk mixture over evenly.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes until golden brown and set.
- 7
Allow to cool slightly before serving warm, garnished with extra nuts if desired.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
15g
carbs
45g
fiber
2g
sodium
150mg
protein
6g
calories
350




