Indulge in the delightful Keskul, a traditional Balinese dessert that captivates the senses with its creamy, rich texture and symphony of flavors. This steamed almond custard is a testament to the culinary artistry of Indonesia, where the fusion of sweet and savory elements creates a truly unique experience. Discover the secrets behind this beloved delicacy through our collection of Keskul recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic treat. From the simplicity of the basic Keskul recipe to the decadence of the Chocolate Keskul, these recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Indonesia and let Keskul transport you to a world of culinary bliss.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
KESKUL - TURKISH ALMOND PUDDING
Keskul is a light and creamy Turkish Almond Pudding made with milk, rice flour, corn starch, sugar and ground almonds.
Provided by Ayla Clulee
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the egg yolk, sugar, rice flour, and corn starch in a saucepan and mix.
- Add ½ cup of milk to the mix and continue beating until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Add the remaining milk.
- Add the ground almond and desiccated coconut to the saucepan, and mix well.
- Place the saucepan on medium-low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring continuously.
- Cook the mixture for a few more minutes and then add the vanilla paste.
- When the pudding gets thick enough, remove the pan from the heat and divide the mixture into serving bowls. You can check the consistency of the pudding with a spoon. It should be covering the back of the spoon without dripping.
- Let the bowls chill in the fridge for a couple of hours and then garnish them with ground pistachio, coconut flakes, and red fruits before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 68 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 46 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ALMOND CUSTARD CAKE
This white cake pairs well with all sorts of frostings and fillings, but the chocolate frosting in this recipe is one of my favorites. Pressed for time? Add 1/2 tsp. of almond extract to a white cake mix instead. -Diane Shipley, Mentor, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- For frosting, in a small saucepan, heat chocolate chips, cream and butter over medium-low heat, stirring until blended. Transfer to a large bowl; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a covered container; refrigerate until cold or overnight., For cake, place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°. Line bottoms of two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper., In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extracts. In another bowl, whisk cake flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold into batter., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For custard, in a small heavy saucepan, mix sugar, all-purpose flour and salt. Whisk in milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat., In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in extracts and almonds. Press plastic wrap onto surface of custard. Refrigerate until cold., To assemble cake, in a large bowl, beat cold frosting until fluffy and spreadable. Cut a small hole in the tip of a pastry bag or a corner of a food-safe plastic bag; fill bag with 1/3 cup frosting., Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Pipe a border of frosting along edge of cake. Fill center with custard. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides with remaining frosting. If desired, decorate with cookies and pipe with green frosting. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 22 g fat (9 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36 mg cholesterol, Sodium 395 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 91 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 8 g protein.
ALMOND CUSTARD
From Lyons, Georgia, field editor Suzanne McKinley notes, "I like to fix this rich custard on Saturday to serve with Sunday dinner. It gets rave reviews!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a double boiler, combine 3 cups milk and sugar; add egg yolks. Cook and stir over medium heat for 10 minutes or until mixture coats the back of a metal spoon and a thermometer reads 160°., In a saucepan, combine gelatin and remaining milk; let stand for 1 minute. heat on low until gelatin is dissolved. Stir into custard. Chill until partially set., Stir in the extracts. Fold in whipped cream. Pour into a shallow serving dish. Refrigerate until set, about 45 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
TURKISH MILK AND ALMOND PUDDING (KESKUL)
Turkey has a very wide range of milk puddings. This pudding, made with ground almonds, is from Claudia Roden's 'Arabesque'.
Provided by Flowerfairy
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 6 glasses, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Grind the almonds finely in a food processor. Bring the milk to the boil, preferably in a non-stick pan (which prevents the cream sticking and burning at the bottom), then take it off the heat.
- In a small bowl, mix the ground rice to a paste with 4-5 tablespoons of water, making sure there are no lumps. Add this to the milk and cook over a low heat, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon, and always in the same direction, for about 15 minutes or until the mixture begins to thicken. (If lumps form, you can save the cream by beating it with an electric beater.).
- Add the ground almonds and continue to cook over the lowest possible heat, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until the consistency is that of a thin porridge.
- Add the sugar and continue to cook, until it has dissolved.
- Stir in the almond essence, let the pudding cool, then pour it into a glass serving bowl or individual bowls.
- Serve chilled, sprinkled with the chopped pistachios.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.7, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 71.1, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 26.4, Protein 9.9
Tips:
- Use high-quality almonds: The quality of your almonds will greatly impact the flavor of your keskul. Look for fresh, plump almonds that are free of blemishes.
- Soak the almonds overnight: Soaking the almonds overnight will help to soften them and make them easier to blend.
- Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender will help to create a smooth and creamy keskul. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can use a regular blender, but you may need to blend the mixture for longer.
- Sweeten the keskul to your taste: The amount of sugar you add to the keskul is up to you. Taste the mixture as you go and add more sugar until it reaches your desired sweetness.
- Serve the keskul chilled: Keskul is best served chilled. You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Keskul is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed in many ways. It can be served on its own, or it can be used as a filling for pastries or cakes. It can also be used to make ice cream or sorbet. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, keskul is sure to please everyone at your table.
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