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A plate of Aish El Saraya or Rose Water Bread Pudding with roasted nuts and ground pistachios
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5 from 7 votes

Aish El Saraya- Rose Water Bread Pudding

Devour every bite of this Lebanese-style bread pudding soaked in caramelized rose water syrup and topped generously with ashta ~ sweet cream! Enjoy this dessert fresh or cooled with your favorite cup of tea or coffee!
Total Time5 hours
Course: Dessert, middle eatern dessert, sweets
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Keyword: breadpudding, dessert, middleeasterndessert
Author: Lama

Ingredients

Bread Pudding Ingredients

Instructions

Ashta Recipe

    Bread Pudding Instructions

    • Cut the edges around the toast. Lay the toast on a large baking sheet, then broil on both sides until golden brown. Remove then place in a 9x13 baking dish stacking them into 2 layers. 
    • Meanwhile, add the sugar to a medium-size pot.  High heat and whisk until sugar has melted and browned into a caramel color. 
    • Remove the pot off of stove top. Move away from the pot and gently pour in 2 cups of room temperature water. The sugar will harden. 
    • Be careful while pouring and be sure to move back since the sugar will bubble.  Add rosewater and place the pot back onto the stove top and whisk over high heat until the sugar has melted again
    • Pour the sugar syrup over the layered toast making sure they are all soaked.  Bake at 350° for 15 minutes, Then broil on low for 10. 
    • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes. 
    • Spread a thick layer of Ashta, and garnish with ground pistachios and toasted nuts.

    Notes

    Tips for The Best Results

    Consistency of Syrup: Ensure the syrup is not too thick or too thin. It should have a pourable consistency to evenly soak the toast without making it soggy.
    Toast Thickness: Use toast slices that are neither too thin nor too thick. Opt for slices that can absorb the syrup well without becoming overly mushy.
    Even Distribution: Drizzle the syrup evenly over the toast to ensure that each piece absorbs the sweetness uniformly.
    Chilling Time: Allow the dessert to chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. This helps the flavors meld together and enhances the overall taste and texture.
    Garnish Gracefully: Garnish with pistachios or other nuts in a visually appealing manner. This adds texture and visual interest to the dessert.
    Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to experiment with different flavorings, such as rose water, orange blossom water, or vanilla extract, to customize the taste according to your preference.