Mahalabia is a popular dessert in Egypt and other Middle Eastern countries. This rich version features both milk and heavy cream.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
321 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
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.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 cups milk
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
1 cup heavy cream
4 teaspoons cornstarch, or more as needed
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste (Optional)
