
Egyptian · Dessert
Om Ali
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An Egyptian dessert that is said to be dating back to the 13th century. Om Ali is a traditional winter dessert that can be enjoyed all year round.
- Vegetarian
- Egyptian
- Dessert
- Total
- 30 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Serves
- 8 people
- Level
- Medium
- Energy
- 324 kcal
Method11 steps · about 30 min
Step 1: Preheat oven to 400 F.
Step 2: Cut the puff sheet into squares and place in a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 3: Poke holes in each pastry square with a fork and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 4: In an oven safe dish (2 quarts size), break the baked squares into chunks.
Step 5: Mix in nuts of your choice.
Step 6: Pour 2 cups milk into a microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup.
Step 7: Heat milk in the microwave for 1 minute. Dissolve sugar (2 Tablespoon) in warm milk and add vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon).
Step 8: Pour milk over the puff pastry and let it soak for 5-10 minutes.
Step 9: Spread the Cool Whip (1 cup) over the top evenly. Broil in the oven for 5-10 minutes until top is golden.
Step 10: Heat the remaining 2 cups milk and sweeten to your liking with additional sugar as needed.
Step 11: Serve Om Ali hot with the sweetened milk on the side.
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