Easy Milky Semolina Dessert

Last updated Feb 18, 2025 16 0

This recipe brings a wonderfully comforting and subtly sweet dessert right to your kitchen. Inspired by classic flavors, this Milky Semolina Dessert is incredibly easy to make with ingredients you likely already have. It’s a perfect treat for any time you crave something light, delicious, and simply satisfying. Refer to the image to see how elegantly simple this dessert is – two delicate squares, adorned with fresh raspberries, ready to be enjoyed.

Halal Ingredients You’ll Need

🥛 Milk: 1 liter (5 cups). This recipe uses milk as its base, giving it a lovely creamy texture.
🍚 Semolina: 9 tablespoons. Semolina is the key ingredient that will give this dessert its body and pleasing texture.
🍬 Sugar: 10 tablespoons. Sugar adds sweetness, balancing the milky flavor perfectly.
🍦 Alcohol free Vanilla Extract: 1 packet or 1 teaspoon. Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor, adding a touch of warmth.
🧈 Butter: 1 tablespoon. Butter contributes a richness and smooth finish to the dessert.
🌿 Cinnamon: A pinch for serving (optional). Cinnamon adds a gentle spice that complements the dessert beautifully.
🍓 Raspberries: Fresh raspberries for garnish, as seen in the image. These add a burst of fresh, tart flavor and beautiful color.

Note: All ingredients are assumed to be halal. Always check the packaging to ensure halal certification if you are unsure.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

🥣 Large saucepan: To cook the dessert mixture. Choose a saucepan large enough to prevent spills as the mixture thickens. *🥄 Whisk: For stirring the ingredients together smoothly. A whisk helps prevent lumps from forming. *📏 Measuring spoons and cups: To accurately measure the ingredients. Precise measurements are important in baking and cooking. *🥄 Spatula or spoon: To stir and transfer the cooked dessert. A flexible spatula is helpful for scraping the saucepan clean.
🍽️ Serving dish or mold: A dish to set the dessert in. You can use a square or rectangular dish, or individual molds, depending on your preference. The image shows square pieces, suggesting a square or rectangular dish was used and then cut into squares.
Refrigerator: To chill and set the dessert. Chilling is essential for the dessert to firm up properly.

Let’s Make Milky Semolina Dessert Step-by-Step

This recipe is straightforward and perfect for beginner cooks. Each step is broken down to ensure it’s easy to follow.

Step 1: Prepare the Milk Mixture

First, pour 1 liter (5 cups) of cold milk into your large saucepan. It is important to start with cold milk to help the semolina blend in smoothly.

Next, add 10 tablespoons of sugar to the milk in the saucepan. Sugar adds the necessary sweetness to balance the flavors.

Then, measure 9 tablespoons of semolina and add it to the milk and sugar in the saucepan. Semolina is what will thicken the milk and give the dessert its texture.

Now, using your whisk, stir all the ingredients together in the saucepan. Make sure to whisk well to combine the milk, sugar, and semolina completely before you start heating it. This helps prevent lumps from forming as it cooks.

Step 2: Cook the Semolina

Place the saucepan on your stovetop over low heat. Low heat is important to prevent the semolina from burning and to allow it to cook through properly.

Continue to stir the mixture constantly with your whisk as it heats up. Stirring is very important during this step. If you stop stirring, the semolina can stick to the bottom of the pan and burn, or it can become lumpy.

Keep stirring and cooking the mixture over low heat until it starts to thicken. You will notice the mixture gradually changing its consistency. It will go from being thin and milky to becoming thicker, like a porridge or a thick cream. Boza is a thick Turkish drink, so aim for a similar thickness – a smooth, pourable but not runny consistency. This process will take approximately 20 minutes. Observe in the image that the dessert pieces are firm and hold their shape, indicating the semolina has been cooked to the right consistency.

Once the mixture has thickened to a boza-like consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Add 1 packet (or 1 teaspoon) of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of butter to the hot semolina mixture. Vanilla extract enhances the flavor, and butter adds richness and a smooth texture.

Stir well with your whisk or spatula until the vanilla extract and butter are completely melted and incorporated into the mixture. Ensure everything is mixed evenly.

Step 3: Cool and Set

Take your serving dish or mold and lightly wet it with water. This is a helpful trick! Wetting the dish slightly will prevent the dessert from sticking to it, making it easier to remove and serve later.

Pour the hot semolina mixture into the prepared dish or mold. Spread it evenly in the dish.

Let the dessert cool down at room temperature first. Allowing it to cool down a bit before refrigerating helps prevent condensation from forming inside the refrigerator.

Once it has cooled slightly, cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This chilling time is essential for the dessert to fully set and firm up. As clearly seen in the image, the dessert is served in firm, distinct squares, which is achieved through proper chilling.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

After the dessert has chilled and is firm, gently remove it from the dish. If you used a wet dish, it should come out easily. You can invert it onto a serving plate and then cut it into squares, as shown in the image, or serve it directly from the dish.

If desired, you can lightly sprinkle a tiny bit of cinnamon on top for a subtle flavor and visual appeal.

Finally, garnish with fresh raspberries. Place a couple of raspberries on top of each square, just like in the image. The raspberries add a beautiful pop of color and a refreshing tartness that complements the sweetness of the dessert.

Serve chilled and enjoy your homemade Milky Semolina Dessert!

Tips for Perfect Milky Semolina Dessert

Stirring is key: Remember to stir the semolina mixture constantly while cooking to prevent lumps and burning.
Low heat is your friend: Cooking over low heat ensures the semolina cooks through without scorching.
Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet dessert, you can reduce the amount of sugar slightly. Taste the mixture before taking it off the heat and adjust sugar to your liking.
Experiment with flavors: While vanilla is classic, you can try other flavor extracts like almond or lemon for a different twist in the future.
Make ahead: This dessert is perfect for making ahead of time. It can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, making it ideal for gatherings or when you want a dessert ready to go.

Share Your Delicious Halal Dessert!

Congratulations on making your own Milky Semolina Dessert! This simple yet elegant dessert is sure to please. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a homemade halal treat. We encourage you to try this recipe and experience the joy of preparing delicious food in your own kitchen. Don’t hesitate to share pictures of your beautiful dessert creations with friends and family – and perhaps even inspire others to try this easy and delightful recipe themselves!