A silky Turkish milk pudding thickened with flour, cornstarch and cocoa and finished glossy with butter, served chilled. An easy bowl dessert loved by kids and adults.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
In a saucepan, mix the flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder and sugar. Whisk in about 200 g of the milk to form a smooth, lump-free paste.
- 2
Add the remaining milk and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, for 12-15 minutes, until it boils and thickens.
- 3
Once boiling, stir on low heat for 2 minutes more, then take off the heat, add the butter and whisk until glossy.
- 4
Divide between serving bowls, press cling film onto the surface to prevent a skin and let cool to room temperature.
- 5
Chill for at least 2 hours and serve cold.
Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 224 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
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