I grew up in Egypt, where traditional desserts such as Om Ali (أم علي) are SOOO popular. Om Ali is the Middle Eastern version of bread pudding; It is basically a pastry soaked in milk loaded with nuts. YUM!
Om Ali Recipe
I learned to make this recipe from my mother a long time ago, and I still make it today, especially during Ramadan. I really love the richness and creaminess of this dessert.
It is an easy dessert that is so popular in Arab countries. The name is sometimes written as Oumm Ali or Umm Ali, and in Arabic, it is (أم علي). However, the meaning in English is literally (Ali's mother).
I like to serve this dessert warm or cold; it tastes delicious both ways. If you prepare it ahead of time, I suggest reheating it in the oven or microwave before serving.
It’s possible to make this dish without nuts, but the eating experience won’t be as superb. If you like a little spice, you can add some ground cinnamon for extra flavor.
You'll Need
Note: See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Puff Pastry Sheet. I use store-bought puff pastry for an easy dessert.
Full Fat Milk. To have a rich and creamy texture, full-fat milk is the key!
Granulated Sugar. I use granulated sugar to sweeten this dessert.
Vanilla Extract: For extra flavor.
Heavy Cream. Together with full-fat milk, heavy cream creates a creamier and richer dessert.
Nuts and dried fruits: I use almonds, walnuts, raisins and shredded coconut.
How To Make Om Ali - Step By Step
One: Preheat the oven to 200C / 390F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Two: In a small bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peak forms and then put in the fridge until needed.
Three: Unroll the puff pastry sheet and place it into the baking tray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Then, allow to cool.
Four: Cut the puff pastry into small pieces and put in an oven-safe baking dish, and add in the nuts.
Five: In a medium saucepan, over medium-high heat, add milk, sugar and vanilla extract, stir together until the sugar dissolves, and then bring to a boil.
Six: Pour the hot milk over the pastry, cover and leave it for 10-15 minutes to allow the pastry to absorb the milk.
Seven: Evenly spread the whipped cream on top and put in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes until bubbling and the top is golden brown. Serve immediately.
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Recipe
Om Ali Recipe
Equipment
- Baking dish
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Electric mixer
- Kitchen knife
- Chopping board
Ingredients
- 390 g puff pastry sheet
- 4 cups full fat milk
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup almonds , coarsely chopped
- ⅓ cup walnuts , coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup raisins
- ¼ cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C / 390F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peak forms and then put in the fridge until needed.1 cup heavy cream
- Unroll the puff pastry sheet and place it into the baking tray.390 g puff pastry sheet
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Then, allow to cool.
- Cut the puff pastry into small pieces and put in an oven-safe baking dish, and add in the nuts.⅓ cup almonds, ⅓ cup walnuts, ¼ cup raisins, ¼ cup shredded coconut
- In a medium saucepan, over medium-high heat, add milk, vanilla extract and sugar, stir together until the sugar dissolves, and then bring to a boil.4 cups full fat milk, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pour the milk over the pastry, cover and leave it for 10-15 minutes to absorb the milk.
- Evenly spread the whipped cream on top and bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes until bubbling and the top is golden brown. Serve immediately.
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