My cousin Nadia has got a real obsession with sweet dishes and a love for travel. Wherever she goes, she is on the hunt to find the best local sweet treats available one of them is Arabian Bread Pudding. And I am lucky enough to hear every delicious detail about her sweet discoveries!
On her recent trip to Jordan, she found her new favorite- Arabic bread pudding, a quick and easy dessert recipe that truly captures Middle Eastern beauty. The bread pudding is a showstopper with its cream-filled top that’s sprinkled with nuts as a final touch of elegance.
The custard-soaked bread tastes like pure velvet—smooth and creamy with a delightful hint of vanilla. When you cut into it, the bread slices feel soft while holding their structure. And the best part? It’s probably how it melts in your mouth with a creamy smoothness as you take each bite! During all the chaos in life, this dessert offers a soothing, calm moment of escape, just like those stories in the Arabian Nights.
Would you be ready to whip up this beauty? Nadia shared a no-bake, no-fry Arabian bread pudding recipe with me that can be prepared in 15 minutes!
Tips To Make The Perfect Dessert Arabian Bread Pudding Recipe
This dessert has been added to my recipe list mainly because of its elegant appearance and quick cooking time. When hurrying to make this Arabian pudding recipe, you don’t want to waste time fixing any issues. To help you prepare this delicious dessert in the shortest amount of time, I have put together some troubleshooting tips to help you:
- Refrigerating the pudding for a more extended period of time may result in a dry pudding. To prevent this, soak the bread slices with a generous amount of the custard and cream mixture before refrigerating.
If the pudding remains dry, add a hot milk or cream splash to retain moisture. Cover the dish with foil paper and allow the custard mixture to soften the bread slices. Add some chocolate drizzle or fruit sauce on top to make it extra moist and add more flavor.
- If the custard turns lumpy while preparing it, the dessert will be affected by texture and flavor. To fix this issue, strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh strainer and remove the lumps. Later, while cooking the custard, keep the heat to medium-low and keep stirring to achieve a smooth consistency.
- If you have trouble setting the pudding, leave it overnight in the refrigerator. Allowing the pudding to chill longer will help the dessert firm up nicely. You can also use a thickening agent like cornstarch while preparing the custard mixture.
- Want to serve this dessert for a party at home? Get ready to make it look all glammed up and impress everyone! Layer the pudding in a clear glass jar for a visually stunning presentation.
This helps highlight the beautiful layers of cream, custard, and bread and adds a touch of elegance to the entire dish. Add a dried flower or fresh mint as a garnish to make it look more charming.
- Before adding sugar or any kind of sweetener, start with a small amount and adjust according to your taste. If you have an overly sweet pudding, add a lemon or orange juice splash to balance the sweetness. To add a refreshing touch, you can also serve the dessert with fresh berries, apples, or a dollop of yogurt.
Recipe Card
Arabian Bread Pudding Recipe | 15 Minutes Dessert Recipe
Ingredients
For Custard Mixture
- 2 tbsp / 30 g Custard Powder
- 4 tbsp / 60 ml Milk
- 2 cups / 500 ml Milk
- ¼ cup / 50 g Sugar
- Salt (A Pinch)
For Cream Mixture
- 1 cup / 237 ml Heavy Cream (Chilled)
- ¼ cup / 76 g Condensed Milk
- ½ tsp / 2 ml Vanilla Essence
For Assembly
- 12 slices White Bread
- 1 tsp / 4 g Almond (Chopped)
- 1 tsp / 2 g Pistachio (Chopped)
Equipments
- Milk Pan
- Bread knife
Instructions
Prepare The Custard Mixture
- In a small mixing bowl, combine 2 tbsp of custard powder with 4 tbsp of milk.
- Using a fork, mix until the custard powder dissolves.
- Place a small deep pot on the stove over medium heat.
- Pour in 2 cups of milk and bring it to a boil while stirring continuously.
- Add ¼ cup of sugar and a pinch of salt to the cooking pot.
- Add the custard mixture you prepared earlier to the milk.
- Stir well and cook for 4-5 minutes until the mixture thickens. Keep the custard mixture aside for later use.
Prepare The Cream Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of chilled heavy cream with ¼ cup of condensed milk.
- Add ½ tsp of vanilla essence to the mix.
- Using a whisker, beat the mixture until it becomes slightly thickened.
Assemble The Bread Pudding
- Take 12 slices of white bread and cut the sides off each slice using a knife.
- Place 6 bread slices in a large serving dish.
- Pour a portion of the custard mixture you prepared earlier over the bread slices. Make sure the custard mixture covers all the bread slices.
- Now pour some of the heavy cream over the bread slices evenly.
- Place the remaining 6 bread slices on top of the layers.
- Pour the rest of the custard mixture over the bread slices and spread the heavy cream on top of the custard mixture. Make sure all the bread slices are soaked completely.
Garnish, Chill and Serve
- Sprinkle 1 tsp of chopped almonds and 1 tsp of chopped pistachios over the bread pudding.
- Refrigerate the dish for 2-3 hours and allow the pudding to set.
- Cut the bread slices from the pudding and enjoy the delicious Arabian bread pudding dessert!
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Have you enjoyed it so far? This has to be one of the simplest desserts to whip up. No baking is required! Just prepare the creamy mixture, assemble the bread, and serve it chilled—three easy steps, and you have a delicious treat on hand that’s so incredible that it deserves a spot in your favorite recipe bookmark.
Recipe FAQs
You can top it with dried fruits, shredded coconut, chocolate shavings, caramel sauce, honey, or cinnamon.
To make this yummy yet simple dessert recipe gluten-free, you need to find gluten-free bread, such as sandwich bread, brioche, challah, etc., available in your local store instead of white bread.
To enhance the flavor of this easy to make dish, you can use bold spices like cinnamon, cardamom, or nutmeg while preparing the custard mixture. You can also add a few drops of rose water or almond extract for a touch of floral or nutty flavor.
