Almond Puddings with Strawberry Jam
Category: Desserts
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Almond milk | 500g |
| Blanched almonds | 30g |
| Cornstarch (cornflour) | 50g |
| Sugar | 90g |
| Strawberry jam | 60g |
| Lemon | 1 |
| Mixed berries | To taste |
| Strawberries | To taste |
| Mint | To taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Almond Flour:
- Start by placing the blanched almonds in a food processor or blender. Pulse until finely ground, resembling almond flour.
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Make the Almond Pudding:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cornstarch and the almond flour you just made. Stir them together to ensure they are evenly mixed.
- In a separate pot, gently heat the almond milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling.
- Once the almond milk is heated, gradually pour it into the dry ingredients while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Turn the heat back on and cook the mixture, stirring continuously, until it begins to thicken into a creamy consistency. This should take a few minutes.
- Once thickened, reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional minute to ensure the pudding is smooth and fully thickened.
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Set the Puddings:
- Remove the pudding mixture from the heat and transfer it into individual pudding molds, preferably silicone molds. This recipe makes enough to fill four molds that are approximately 6 cm in diameter and 5 cm deep.
- Cover each mold with plastic wrap and allow the puddings to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until set.
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Prepare the Strawberry Jam Sauce:
- While the puddings are chilling, prepare the strawberry sauce. Start by squeezing the juice of the lemon and set it aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the strawberry jam and the lemon juice.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the jam and lemon juice together until smooth and well combined.
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Assemble the Puddings:
- Once the almond puddings are set and chilled, carefully remove them from the molds. Gently run a knife around the edges to loosen them if necessary.
- Plate the puddings and drizzle them with the strawberry jam sauce.
- Garnish with fresh mixed berries, sliced strawberries, and a few sprigs of mint for a refreshing touch.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve the almond puddings immediately or keep them refrigerated until ready to serve. Enjoy the creamy, nutty flavor paired with the bright sweetness of the strawberry sauce.
These Almond Puddings with Strawberry Jam are a delightful and creamy dessert with a perfect balance of nutty almond flavor and refreshing berry topping. A perfect end to any meal!
