Dessert

Biancomangiare

Name: Biancomangiare
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 500 ml almond milk unsweetened; 60 g sugar; 30 g cornstarch; 0.5 tsp lemon zest; 0.25 tsp cinnamon ground (optional)

This classic Sicilian dessert is a delicate, creamy pudding with a subtle almond flavor. Traditionally made with almond milk, it's a naturally dairy-free and elegant sweet treat. Serve chilled with a sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh berries.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 2 hr 25 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 111 kcal

VegetarianGluten-free

Allergen information: may contain milk, nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

500 mlalmond milk, unsweetened
60 gsugar
30 gcornstarch
0.5 tsplemon zest

garnish

0.25 tspcinnamon, ground(optional)

Equipment

serving molds · saucepan · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
In a medium saucepan, combine the almond milk, sugar, and lemon zest.
About 2 min
2
Whisk in the cornstarch until completely dissolved and no lumps remain.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the cornstarch is fully mixed before heating to prevent a lumpy pudding.
3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Stirring prevents the mixture from sticking to the bottom and ensures even cooking.
4
Continue to cook and stir for about 5-7 minutes, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
About 7 min
Cook’s note: The pudding should coat the back of a spoon.
5
Remove the saucepan from the heat.
6
Pour the biancomangiare into individual serving molds or a single large bowl.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Small ramekins or teacups work well for individual portions.
7
Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled and set.
About 2 hr
Cook’s note: Chilling time is crucial for the pudding to firm up properly.
8
Before serving, if desired, sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Cook’s note: Fresh berries or toasted almonds also make excellent garnishes.

Per serving

Nutrition

62%Score

Calories: 110.5kcal
Protein: 0.5g
Carbs: 23.1g
Fat: 1.4g
Fibre: 0.5g
Sugar: 15.4g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover biancomangiare in an airtight container in the refrigerator.