No Bake Arabic Bread Pudding

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of the Middle East with this No-Bake Arabic Bread Pudding—a quick and easy dessert that requires no oven time and delivers maximum flavor. Made with toasted pita bread, a creamy mixture of whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream, and delicately enhanced with rose water and ground cinnamon, this pudding is a celebration of aromatic richness. Topped with crunchy pistachios and optional golden raisins, it offers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Perfect for warm evenings or festive gatherings, this chilled dessert comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, making it an effortless yet impressive treat. Whether served in a large dish or individual cups, this no-bake pudding is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pita bread (or Arabic flatbread)
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Rose water
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Chopped pistachios
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 0.5 cup Golden raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Tear the pita bread into small bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves.

Step 3

Add the torn pita bread pieces to the skillet and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and slightly crispy. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.

Step 5

Stir in the rose water and ground cinnamon. Mix well and remove from heat.

Step 6

In a serving dish or individual dessert cups, layer half of the toasted bread pieces on the bottom.

Step 7

Pour half of the milk mixture over the bread to soak it completely.

Step 8

Add another layer of the remaining toasted bread on top, followed by the remaining milk mixture.

Step 9

Sprinkle the top with chopped pistachios and golden raisins (if using).

Step 10

Refrigerate the dish for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1955.8 grams (1955.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4057

Total Fat 222.80g	286%
Saturated Fat 103.10g	515%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 526mg	175%
Sodium 2271mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 405.50g	147%
Dietary Fiber 20.80g	74%
Total Sugars 250.60g
Protein 105.10g	210%

Vitamin D 458IU	2291%
Calcium 2310mg	178%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 4122mg	88%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 40.1%