healthy version of a traditional Arabian dessert:

 

Here’s a healthy version of a traditional Arabian dessert:

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🍮 Healthy Mahalabia (Middle Eastern Milk Pudding)

Mahalabia is a popular creamy dessert across the Arab world. This version uses healthier ingredients — less sugar, dairy alternatives, and natural sweeteners.

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📝 Ingredients:

• 2 cups low-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons honey or date syrup (instead of sugar)
• 1/2 teaspoon rose water or orange blossom water
• Chopped pistachios or almonds for garnish

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🥣 Instructions:

1. Mix Ingredients:

   • In a saucepan, whisk together milk and cornstarch until smooth.
   • Place the pan over medium heat and stir constantly.

2. Add Sweetener:

   • Once it starts to thicken (about 5–7 minutes), add honey or date syrup and stir well.

3. Flavor It:

   • Turn off the heat and add rose water or orange blossom water.

4. Cool:

   • Pour the mixture into small serving bowls or cups.
   • Let it cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for 2–3 hours until set.

5. Garnish:

   • Before serving, sprinkle chopped pistachios or almonds on top.

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✅ Health Benefits:

• Milk or almond milk: Calcium and protein without heavy cream.
• Honey or date syrup: Natural sweeteners with minerals.
• Cornstarch: A light thickener, gluten-free.
• Nuts: Healthy fats and added crunch.

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Would you like more healthy Arabian dessert recipes like dates with nuts, stuffed dried figs, or low-sugar basbousa?