Mahalabia (Egyptian Milk Pudding)

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Mahalabia is a popular dessert in Egypt and other Middle Eastern countries. This rich version features both milk and heavy cream.

Submitted by Olaahmed

Updated on August 22, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 50 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch, or more as needed
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

Combine milk, cream, sugar, vanilla sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan and whisk until well combined. Slowly bring to a boil over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and mixture coats the back of a spoon, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
Pour pudding into 4 dessert bowls and allow to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate until chilled, 1 more hour. Sprinkle with cinnamon to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

321	Calories
24g	Fat
21g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 321
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g	31%
Saturated Fat 15g	76%
Cholesterol 91mg	30%
Sodium 73mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 21g	8%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 5g	11%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 183mg	14%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 229mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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