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Almond Pudding Recipe

Indulge in this luxuriously creamy Indian almond pudding, perfect for open houses or a delightful dessert. This recipe creates a smooth, fragrant pudding with a delicate almond flavor, and we'll show you how to prevent that pesky skin from forming! Easily adaptable to your taste, it's a simple yet elegant dish to impress your guests.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 288.9 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almond Pudding

  • 4 cups milk
  • ½ cup basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup chopped almonds
  • 1 tablespoon rose water
  • freshly grated nutmeg, for sprinkling
  • 2 whole strawberries per serving, for garnish
  • 4 cups light cream (optional alternative to milk)
  • ½ cup chopped pistachios (optional alternative to almonds)

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How to Make Almond Pudding

  1. In a heavy 3-quart saucepan, combine 4 cups milk (or light cream), ½ cup basmati rice, and 1 teaspoon ground cardamom.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for approximately 1 hour, or until the mixture has reduced to about 2 cups and has thickened considerably.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  5. Stir in ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup chopped almonds (or pistachios). Continue stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  6. Carefully place a piece of clear plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
  7. Let cool completely for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Gently stir the pudding.
  9. Stir in 1 tablespoon rose water (optional).
  10. Spoon the pudding into 4-6 sherbet or dessert dishes.
  11. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
  12. To serve, sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg and garnish each serving with 2 whole strawberries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

29g

Carbs

11g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Desserts Eggs Dairy Indian Easy Puddings And Mousses Nuts Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Taste Mood Sweet Presentation Served Cold 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less From Scratch