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Molasses Pudding (Pekmezli Pelte)

One of the lightest and most natural desserts of traditional Anatolian cuisine, made with the perfect harmony of starch and molasses.

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
180
Level
Easy
Heat
Mild
Region
Anatolia
Molasses Pudding (Pekmezli Pelte)
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Servings4
Measures

1 cup is 200 ml. 1 tea glass is 100 ml. 1 tablespoon is 15 ml. 1 dessert spoon is 10 ml. 1 teaspoon is 5 ml.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup grape molasses
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons corn starch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup crushed walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

  1. 1

    Dissolve the starch in a bowl with a small amount of cold water until smooth.

  2. 2

    Add molasses and the remaining water to a pot and start heating over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Slowly add the dissolved starch to the molasses mixture while stirring constantly.

  4. 4

    Cook until it thickens and bubbles.

  5. 5

    Divide into bowls and refrigerate once it reaches room temperature.

  6. 6

    Garnish with walnuts and coconut before serving.

Note. For a glossier finish, you can add a teaspoon of butter during the cooking process.

Questions

How can I make the pudding thicker?

You can achieve a firmer consistency by adding half a tablespoon more starch.

Which molasses should be used?

Grape or mulberry molasses are the most suitable for this recipe.

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