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Mhalbi

Cinnmon and almonds simmered on the stove for a Moroccan dessert. It's finished with chopped almonds.

15 min · Serves 5 · Easy

Serves
5

Ingredients

Time
Prep 5 min · Cook 10 min · 15 min total
Difficulty
easy
  1. 1

    In a small bowl, dilute the cornstarch with 1/2 cup of the milk. Set aside. In a heavy, medium saucepan, bring the remaining 2 1/2 cups of milk, sugar, and cinnamon stick to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add the cornstarch mixture. Whisk continuously until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

    5 min
  3. 3

    Remove from the heat and remove the cinnamon stick. Optional: stir in the orange flower water. Pour into 5 dessert bowls and let cool.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle with the chopped almonds. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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