Mahalabia (Egyptian Milk Pudding)

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

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)

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.