Chocolate & Hazelnut Muhallabieh – Middle Eastern Cream Tart

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 2
Indulge in the rich and creamy Chocolate & Hazelnut Muhallabieh - Middle Eastern Cream Tart
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2h40min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

250 g digestive biscuits , ground
110 g butter , melted
397 g sweetened condensed milk
625 ml water
60 g cornflour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon rose water
125 ml fresh double cream , whipped
75 g hazelnuts , toasted and halved

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
595
Sugar
45g
Fat
34g
Muhallabieh is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made with milk, sugar, and cornstarch. This recipe takes things up a notch by adding chocolate and hazelnuts to create a rich and indulgent cream tart that is perfect for special occasions or when you're in the mood for a decadent dessert. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is truly amazing, with the biscuit base offering a nice crunch to contrast with the smooth and creamy filling.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together the ground digestive biscuits and melted butter until combined.
2.Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch tart tin and chill for 30 minutes.
3.In a saucepan, whisk together the condensed milk, water, cornflour, cocoa powder, and rose water until smooth.
4.Place the saucepan over a medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
5.Pour the mixture over the biscuit base and chill for 2 hours or until set.
6.Once set, top with whipped cream and hazelnuts.

PROS

The Chocolate & Hazelnut Muhallabieh – Middle Eastern Cream Tart is a rich and indulgent dessert that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
The combination of chocolate and hazelnut is a classic and beloved flavor pairing.

This recipe is also easy to make and requires no baking, making it a great dessert option all year round.

CONS

As with any sweet treat, the Chocolate & Hazelnut Muhallabieh – Middle Eastern Cream Tart is high in calories and sugar.
It should be enjoyed in moderation.

The recipe also includes condensed milk, which is high in saturated fat and may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Chocolate & Hazelnut Muhallabieh – Middle Eastern Cream Tart isn’t the healthiest dessert option, it does contain hazelnuts which are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin E and magnesium.
The cocoa powder used in this recipe is also a good source of flavonoids, which may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

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