Decadent Om Ali: Egyptian Bread Pudding

Decadent Om Ali: Egyptian Bread Pudding

120 mins
medium
8 servings

A rich and flavorful Egyptian bread pudding, perfect for a special occasion. This recipe elevates the classic with a blend of spiced milk and crunchy nuts.

Bread PuddingDessertEgyptian

Equipment Needed

  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish or Cast Iron Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1.00 lbCroissants(Use high-quality croissants for best results.)
  • 3.00 cupsWhole Milk
  • 0.75 cupsSweetened Condensed Milk
  • 0.50 cupsHeavy Cream(Divided)
  • 2.00 TbspGranulated Sugar
  • 1.00 tspVanilla Extract
  • 0.50 tspGround Cardamom
  • 0.50 tspGround Cinnamon
  • 2.00 TbspOrange Zest(Finely grated)
  • 0.75 cupsGolden Raisins(Coarsely chopped)
  • 0.50 cupsAlmonds(Coarsely chopped, toasted)
  • 0.50 cupsPistachios(Coarsely chopped, toasted)
  • 0.50 cupsDried Coconut(Toasted)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 325°F. Cut croissants into bite-sized pieces and bake on a baking sheet until dry (10-15 mins).

Estimated time: 15 minutes

2

Increase oven temp to 400°F. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, condensed milk, ½ cup heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cardamom, cinnamon, and orange zest. Bring to a boil, then remove and let steep 10 mins.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

3

In a baking dish, arrange croissant pieces. Add raisins, ¼ cup each almonds, pistachios, and coconut. Pour spiced milk mixture over croissants, ensuring all are coated.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

4

Drizzle remaining heavy cream over the top. Bake for 20-25 mins, or until edges bubble.

Estimated time: 25 minutes

5

Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining almonds, pistachios, and coconut.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Serve warm and enjoy!

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Optional: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of honey.

8

Tip: For a richer flavor, use a cast iron skillet for baking.

9

Tip: Adjust baking time based on your oven.

10

Tip: Garnish with fresh mint sprigs for an extra touch of freshness.