Strawberry Almond Pudding, Delicious and Elegant Dessert, Easy to make,Home Style
Strawberry Almond Pudding, Delicious and Elegant Dessert, Easy to make, Home Style
Ingredients
- 2 cups of chopped strawberries, should be very chilled
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled For a dairy-free option, use 1 cup of coconut milk
- ¼ cup almond powder
- 1 tsp of agar powder
- ½ cup water
- 4 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 few strawberries to garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, add ½ cup of water and 1 teaspoon agar agar. Add 4 tablespoons of sugar, mix well, and bring it to a gentle simmer. Keep stirring continuously—this is important to ensure the mixture is smooth and lump-free. Once the agar agar is fully dissolved, turn off the heat. The syrup is ready.
- In a blender, add 2 cups of strawberries, cut into a few pieces. The strawberries should be chilled before using—place them in the freezer for about 30 minutes. Add ¼ cup almond powder, 1 cup chilled heavy cream, and the prepared sugar–agar syrup. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add a few fresh strawberries, sliced into small pieces, to the serving bowls. Pour the strawberry–almond mixture over them.
- Refrigerate for about 1 hour before serving.
- Finish by adding a few more strawberry pieces on top.
- For a final touch, garnish with a couple of fresh mint leaves.
- A lovely dessert for get-togethers or simply treating yourself.
Notes
What is Agar Agar: Agar agar is a natural setting agent made from seaweed. It works like gelatin, but it’s completely plant based. When you boil it in water and then let it cool, it helps desserts like pudding or jelly set beautifully.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Strawberry Almond Pudding?
Strawberry Almond Pudding is a creamy, smooth dessert made with fresh strawberries, almond powder, cream, and agar agar. It’s light, refreshing, and naturally elegant in taste and appearance.
2. Is this pudding easy to make?
Yes, it’s very easy to prepare. The recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly with minimal cooking and blending.
3. Can I make this pudding dairy-free?
Absolutely. You can replace the heavy cream with coconut milk to make a dairy-free version without affecting the texture too much.
4. What is agar agar, and why is it used?
Agar agar is a natural, plant-based setting agent made from seaweed. It works like gelatin and helps the pudding set firmly once chilled, making it suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
5. Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh ones?
Yes. Frozen strawberries work well for this recipe. There’s no need to thaw them—just blend them directly.
6. How long does the pudding need to set?
The pudding needs about 1 hour in the refrigerator to set properly. Agar agar sets faster than gelatin.