Mouhalabieh (Lebanese Milk Pudding)
Mouhalabieh is a delightful Lebanese milk pudding that is creamy and easy to make, infused with rose and orange blossom flavors.
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole Milk
- ½ cup Cornstarch (cornflour in the UK)
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Rose Water
- 2 teaspoons Orange Blossom Water
- Crushed Pistachios for garnish, optional
- Rose Petals for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Pour the whole milk into a large saucepan and heat over medium until simmering, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a few tablespoons of cold milk until smooth.
- Step 3: Add granulated sugar to the simmering milk and stir until dissolved.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in the cornstarch slurry, whisking continuously for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in rose water and orange blossom water.
- Step 6: Pour into serving cups and cool at room temperature before refrigerating for 2-4 hours until set.
- Step 7: Serve chilled, garnished with crushed pistachios and rose petals.
Notes
Whisk constantly when adding the cornstarch slurry to avoid lumps. Let cool before refrigerating for better setting.