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Um Ali

Cultural Context

Um Ali, a traditional Egyptian dessert, has roots in the 12th century, believed to have been created as a tribute to a sultan's wife. This rich, comforting dish combines layers of pastry with milk, nuts, and dried fruits, often enjoyed during festive occasions. Today, it is a beloved treat across the Middle East, with numerous variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

EgyptianEGdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 croissants
4 cups milk
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup almonds
1/2 cup pistachios
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup cashews
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup coconut
whipped cream for garnish
powdered sugar for garnish

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: phyllo dough

💰Cheaper: homemade bread

Phyllo dough is lower in fat, while homemade bread can be more economical.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, and evaporated milk is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds provide similar crunch and nutrition, while dried fruit can be more affordable.

1

Toast croissants in the oven for 10 minutes until crunchy.

2

Place milk in a saucepan and add sugar. Heat on medium while stirring until sugar dissolves and milk reaches boiling point.

3

Cut toasted croissants and layer them in a baking pan.

4

Add toasted nuts (almonds, pistachios, walnuts, cashews) and raisins (soaked in hot water) on top of the croissants.

5

Add unsweetened shredded coconut on top of the nuts and raisins.

6

Pour the milk mixture over the croissant and nuts, ensuring they are fully covered.

7

Add whipped cream evenly on top of the dish.

8

Sprinkle powdered sugar on top for color.

9

Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

10

Add more chopped nuts and coconut on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

bakingmixinglayering

Equipment Needed

baking dishsaucepanoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freenut-free

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Oum AliUmm Ali

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