Umm Ali Dessert

Indulge in the luscious layers of Umm Ali, a classic Middle Eastern dessert that combines rich, creamy flavors with irresistible textures. This traditional Egyptian treat features golden, flaky puff pastry layered with a medley of chopped nuts, sweet raisins, and delicate coconut flakes, all soaked in a velvety milk and heavy cream mixture infused with vanilla. Baked to perfection, the dessert becomes delightfully golden and bubbly with a soft, pudding-like interior. Optional hints of cinnamon add a warm, aromatic touch to this sumptuous dessert. Quick and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, Umm Ali is perfect for special occasions or as a cozy indulgence to share. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a truly unforgettable dessert experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 grams Puff pastry sheets
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Chopped almonds
• 0.5 cup Chopped pistachios
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup Coconut flakes
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Bake the puff pastry sheets according to package instructions until golden and crispy. Let them cool, then break them into small pieces.

Step 3

Spread the broken puff pastry pieces evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Step 4

Sprinkle the raisins, chopped almonds, pistachios, walnuts, and coconut flakes over the puff pastry pieces.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk, heavy cream, and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves. Do not let the mixture boil.

Step 6

Remove the milk mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Optional: Add ground cinnamon for extra flavor.

Step 7

Pour the milk mixture evenly over the puff pastry and nuts in the baking dish. Ensure all the pieces are well-soaked.

Step 8

Bake the dessert in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Allow the dessert to cool for a few minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2039 grams (2039.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5569

Total Fat 371.70g	477%
Saturated Fat 132.20g	661%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 357mg	119%
Sodium 1810mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 480.10g	175%
Dietary Fiber 39.40g	141%
Total Sugars 268.00g
Protein 105.60g	211%

Vitamin D 429IU	2147%
Calcium 1655mg	127%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 4333mg	92%

*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: 58.8%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 33.8%