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Gibraltarian Almond Pudding
A fragrant almond and egg dessert flavoured with orange blossom water.
Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
★★★★★
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About This Recipe
This rich almond pudding draws on Moorish culinary traditions that lingered in Gibraltar long after the Arab occupation. Scented with orange blossom water and dusted with cinnamon, it is served at celebrations and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Serves 6
- 200 gground almonds
- 150 gsugar
- 4eggs
- 1 tbsporange blossom water
- 1 tspcinnamon(for dusting)
Instructions
- 1
Mix
Beat eggs with sugar until pale. Fold in ground almonds and orange blossom water.
- 2
Bake
Pour into a greased baking dish and bake at 180°C for 25–30 minutes until set.
- 3
Cool
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- 4
Dust and serve
Dust with cinnamon and serve in slices.
Pro Tips
- →
Do not overbake — a slightly moist centre is traditional.
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Orange zest can replace orange blossom water.
Variations
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Add a tablespoon of rum.
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Serve with whipped cream.
Storage
Keeps refrigerated for 3 days.
History & Origin
Almond-based sweets are a Moorish legacy woven into Gibraltar's culinary fabric.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this gluten-free?
Yes, it contains no flour.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · 6 servings total
Calories320kcal
Protein10g
Carbohydrates28g
Fat18g
Fiber3g
Protein10g
Carbs28g
Fat18g
Time Summary
Prep time10 min
Cook time30 min
Total time40 min
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