As the name suggests, Arabic dessert is a type of dessert from Arab cuisine made with various ingredients. This dessert is quite similar to desserts like panna cotta and Bavarian cream.
According to the family magazine service of Saed News, Arabic dessert is easier and quicker to prepare compared to other Arabic desserts. In this article, we'll explain how to make a delicious Arabic dessert. Preparing this dessert takes only 15 minutes, has a high calorie content, and requires little effort.
How to Make Arabic Dessert
Making this dessert requires minimal effort and takes little time. It's similar to panna cotta, with the major difference being the use of biscuits. The dessert has a flavoring, which you can choose based on your taste. Common flavorings include instant coffee powder, cappuccino, coffee, cocoa, cinnamon, or vanilla.
Ingredients for Arabic Dessert (Serves 4):
Milk: 2 cups
Instant coffee powder: 2 tablespoons
Breakfast cream: 2 tablespoons
Caramel pudding powder: 1 packet
Gelatin powder: 1 tablespoon
Plain petit beurre biscuits: 1 packet
Steps to Prepare Arabic Dessert
Pour 2 cups of milk into a saucepan and heat over low flame until slightly warm. Add caramel pudding powder and instant coffee powder, stirring until well dissolved in the milk. Remove the saucepan from the heat to cool slightly (do not let it get cold, just reduce the heat a bit).
Once slightly cooled, pour the milk into a blender, add the biscuits and cream, and blend until smooth.
Dissolve gelatin powder in some water (about half a cup), then add to the blender and mix thoroughly. Lightly grease your desired mold, pour the mixture into the mold, and refrigerate for 5 to 6 hours until set. After 6 hours, the dessert will be ready, and you can garnish it with chocolate or colorful powders.
Tips for Preparing Arabic Dessert
To ensure the dessert retains its shape when unmolding, place the mold in lukewarm water for a few moments and use a sharp knife to loosen the edges before removing the dessert from the mold.
Instead of gelatin powder, you can use gelatin sheets for a glossier finish. Soak the sheets in cold water for 5 minutes before adding them to the dessert mixture and stirring well.
Preparation time for Arabic dessert is 30 minutes, with a further 45 minutes of setting time and 6 hours in the refrigerator, resulting in 100 kilocalories of energy.
How to Make Arabic Dessert with Banana
To make Arabic dessert with banana, follow the same steps as above. The only difference is adding banana pieces to the blender along with the other ingredients. Also, add 3 tablespoons of sugar to the blender and mix thoroughly until the banana pieces are completely blended.
Benefits of Arabic Dessert
Arabic dessert is one of the nutritious and delicious desserts. It contains milk and bananas, which are rich sources of calcium. However, due to its high sugar content, it should be consumed in moderation.
Conclusion
Arabic dessert is a delicious treat that is perfect for parties and gatherings. It's high in calories, low-cost, and quick to make. If you have limited time to prepare food and entertain guests, Arabic dessert is a perfect choice. It has a beautiful appearance and a delightful taste.
