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Sütlü muhallebi (milk pudding)
Sütlü muhallebi is a light, milk-based pudding that's popular in Cyprus, Turkey and across the Middle East, with local variations in ingredients and toppings. In our recipe, milk is whisked together with sugar, vanilla extract, rose water and cornflour (cornstarch), then gently cooked until thickened into a smooth custard. Once ready, it is ladled into small bowls and topped with a sprinkling of ground cinnamon and chopped walnuts and pistachios. The result is a delicate, fra


Sulu muhallebi (rose jelly)
Sulu muhallebi is a refreshing summer dessert . Unlike sütlü muhallebi which is made with milk, this version is vegan and contains no dairy at all. Instead, it’s made simply with water thickened with cornflour (cornstarch) until the mixture becomes smooth, glossy, and lightly translucent. Though custard-like while hot, it cools and sets into a delicate jelly. A splash of rose water is also added for a subtle floral note. Once the s ulu muhallebi (soo-loo moo-hahl-leh-bee) i
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