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How to Make Ashta Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings (approximately 4 cups)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Ashta is a traditional Middle Eastern clotted cream dessert made by curdling milk and blending it with a rich custard-like cream infused with orange blossom water. This recipe yields a silky, smooth cream perfect for layering in pastries, topping desserts, or enjoying on its own chilled.

Ingredients

Milk Curds

  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons vinegar

Ashta Cream

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water

Instructions

  1. Make the Milk Curds: In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring 3 cups of whole milk to a rolling boil and allow it to boil for 2 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons of vinegar and stir frequently until the mixture starts to boil again, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat but continue stirring until the mixture separates into curds and whey.
  2. Strain the Curds: Place a large strainer over a bowl to catch the whey. Using a slotted spoon, remove the clotted cream (curds) from the surface and transfer it to the strainer. Continue until only a yellowish liquid remains in the saucepan. Let the clotted cream come to room temperature.
  3. Prepare the Ashta Cream: Clean and rinse the saucepan. Combine 4 cups whole milk, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons sugar in the saucepan. Stir well without heat until smooth with no lumps.
  4. Cook the Custard: Heat the mixture on medium-high, whisking constantly until it boils and thickens like a custard, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon orange blossom water. Let the custard cool for 10 minutes.
  5. Combine Milk Curds and Cream: In a high-speed blender, blend the milk curds and ashta cream together until smooth and well combined, forming a silky cream.
  6. Chill and Serve: Transfer the blended cream to a large shallow dish. Press plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent skin formation. Refrigerate until cold for at least 1 hour. Serve as desired.

Notes

  • Use whole milk for the richest and creamiest texture.
  • Orange blossom water adds a subtle floral aroma key to authentic ashta flavor.
  • Pressing plastic wrap directly on the cream surface prevents a skin from forming while chilling.
  • The ashta cream can be served with fresh fruits, pastries, or used as a filling for desserts like knafeh.
  • For a thicker consistency, allow curds to drain longer before blending.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

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