Om Ali Recipe (Egyptian Bread Pudding)

a pan of yawmiyat om ali with a serving missing

5 from 2 votes

Om Ali Recipe (Egyptian Bread Pudding)

A classic Egyptian recipe, Om Ali is a rich, flakey bread pudding-inspired dessert that's full of flavor and easy to make!

Prep Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: egyptian

Keyword: bread pudding, dessert, egyptian bread pudding, egyptian dessert, egyptian recipes, om ali, umm ali, yawmiyat om ali

Servings: servings

Author: Food Dolls

Ingredients

6 large stale croissants cubed*
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
5 Tablespoons clotted cream or ashta
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Optional Toppings: 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes hazelnuts, raisins, almonds

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a 2-quart deep baking dish, arrange the stale croissants in a single layer.
6 large stale croissants
In a bowl, whisk the milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Pour the mixture over the croissants.
3 1/2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2/3 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Dollop the clotted cream across the top.
5 Tablespoons clotted cream or ashta
Bake 15-20 minutes or until the liquid is bubbly and the bread is golden brown on top.
Garnish with toasted coconut flakes, hazelnuts, raisins, and almonds, if desired. Serve warm.
Optional Toppings: 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.

Notes

*For the best results, leave your croissants on the counter for 1-2 days before baking to allow them to dry out. Or, lace them in the oven at 300° Fahrenheit for 12-15 or until dry. Be careful not to let them burn!

Nutrition information does not include optional toppings.

Nutrition