This traditional Chinese dessert, often called almond pudding, is a comforting and silky-smooth treat that balances nutty richness with subtle sweetness. Made with sweet rice flour and almond powder, it has a unique texture that is thicker than a soup but smoother than a typical Western pudding. The addition of sliced red dates (jujubes) provides a natural chewiness and floral note that complements the dairy base perfectly. It is an ideal comfort food for chilly evenings or a gentle way to end a meal. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe requires careful stirring to achieve its signature lump-free consistency, rewarding you with a warm, aromatic bowl of indulgence.
Sweet Almond Pudding With Red Dates
Description
This traditional Chinese dessert, often called almond pudding, is a comforting and silky-smooth treat that balances nutty richness with subtle sweetness. Made with sweet rice flour and almond powder, it has a unique texture that is thicker than a soup but smoother than a typical Western pudding. The addition of sliced red dates (jujubes) provides a natural chewiness and floral note that complements the dairy base perfectly. It is an ideal comfort food for chilly evenings or a gentle way to end a meal. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe requires careful stirring to achieve its signature lump-free consistency, rewarding you with a warm, aromatic bowl of indulgence.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small bowl, mix the sweet rice flour and almond powder together.
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Gradually add cold water to the flour mixture, stirring constantly to form a thick, smooth paste without lumps.
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Thin the paste by stirring in 1/2 cup of the cold milk until the mixture is fluid and smooth.
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Pour the mixture into a heavy saucepan and add the remaining 2 1/2 cups of cold milk.
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Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon.
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Continue stirring until the mixture thickens and reaches just under boiling point, ensuring no lumps form and the bottom does not burn.
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Turn off the heat, cover the saucepan, and let it sit in a cool place if preparing ahead of time.
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Just before serving, reheat the pudding over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until hot.
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Add the granulated sugar a little at a time, stirring until completely dissolved.
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Stir in the sliced pitted red dates.
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Cook for 1 minute just under boiling point, stirring frequently.
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If the pudding becomes too thick, add the extra cold milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches a consistency similar to melted ice cream.
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Pour into individual bowls and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 295.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.9g10%
- Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
- Cholesterol 3.8mg2%
- Sodium 77.7mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 51.8g18%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
- Sugars 34.8g
- Protein 10.3g21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
