Om Ali is one of the most famous and beloved Middle Eastern desserts. It is often served at family gatherings and special occasions because it is easy to prepare and has a rich, comforting flavor. This dessert combines cream, milk, nuts, fruits, and crispy pastry layers to create a warm and delicious treat.
Cooking Time
60 minutes
Serves
6 people
Ingredients
For the topping
A pinch of cinnamon
½ cup mixed nuts
Main ingredients
1 package phyllo dough (goulash pastry) or puff pastry, baked and broken into pieces
2 cups milk
1 cup liquid cream
1 cup cream (ashta)
½ cup sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
½ cup mixed nuts (almonds, pistachios, hazelnuts)
1 cup mixed fruits (strawberries, bananas, mango), chopped
2 tablespoons raisins
Preparation Method
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Arrange a layer of the baked phyllo dough or puff pastry in a baking dish.
Add a layer of cream, then sprinkle fruits, nuts, and raisins on top.
Repeat the layers and finish with a top layer of pastry.
In a saucepan, heat the milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, but do not let it boil.
Pour the hot milk mixture evenly over the pastry layers in the baking dish.
Sprinkle cinnamon and extra nuts on top.
Bake in the oven for 25–30 minutes until golden and set.
Serve Om Ali warm and enjoy its rich, comforting flavor.
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