Semolina with milk: dessert in just 4 steps

Welcome to Paulina Cocina! Today we are going to explore a Easy, delicious and inexpensive dessert: semolina with milk. This classic of Chilean cuisine is a cousin of rice pudding, a very versatile semolina dessert that allows for the addition of delicious ingredients.

Let’s discover its magic, from its basic characteristics to its preparation. You will also learn the differences with rice pudding and the best toppings to personalize it. At the end, you will find the complete semolina pudding recipe to make at home.

About Semolina with Milk

Semolina with milk is a classic of the Chilean gastronomyIt is a mixture of wheat semolina, milk, sugar and other ingredients such as cinnamon, vanilla and lemon or orange zest. The result is a creamy, very tempting and comforting dessert, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or closing a family meal.

Some features of the semolina recipe with milk

• Simplicity with flavor: Semolina with milk It stands out for its simple preparation, but that doesn’t mean you should underestimate its flavor. Each spoonful is a trip to dessert paradise.
• Versatility of ingredients: Dessert semolina with milk It allows a wide variety of elements, from vanilla essence, cinnamon, lemon or orange zest, and even bitter cocoa, allowing you to customize it to your liking.
• Irresistible texture: The combination of the softness of semolina and the creaminess of milk creates a unique texture.
• Aromas that awaken: The addition of cinnamon, which is common in semolina with milk recipes, provides an aroma that envelops the kitchen and creates a complete sensory experience.
• Budget dessert option: The simplicity of the ingredients and the speed of preparation make the semolina with milk and cinnamon a economical and tasty option.

How to make semolina dessert with milk

The preparation of the semolina dessert It is a culinary experience that combines simplicity and exquisiteness. Although it is an easy recipe, there are some steps to take into account to create this traditional Chilean dessert.

• Use fresh milk and heat it over medium heat without letting it boil strongly, which prevents the formation of cream.
• Add the semolina gradually while stirring with a wire whisk helps prevent lumps and ensures a smooth texture.
• It’s fundamental maintain cooking over medium-low heat so that the mixture thickens without burning.
• Experimenting with different flavorssuch as cinnamon, vanilla or citrus zest, can enrich the dessert and give it a personalized touch.
• Finally, Let it cool and rest in the refrigerator for a few hours allows the flavors to settle and the texture to become even creamier.

This dessert can be served with a coating of caramel or bitter cocoa on top. (recommended)

What are the differences between semolina pudding and rice pudding?

• Principal ingredient: The obvious difference lies in the base ingredient. While the rice pudding uses rice, semolina with milk uses wheat semolina, which gives it a finer and softer texture.
• Creamy Texture: Dessert Semolina with milk tends to have a softer and creamier texture compared to rice pudding, which tends to have a more grainy consistency.
• Cooking time: Semolina with milk and cinnamon generally has a shorter cooking time than rice pudding. Semolina cooks more quickly, allowing this dessert to be ready in no time.
• Versatility of Ingredients: The semolina recipe with milk is more versatile in terms of additional ingredients. You can experiment with fruits, chocolatenuts, among others, to customize it to your liking.
• Origin and tradition: Although both desserts have roots in the traditional cuisine of various cultures, the semolina dessert It stands out as a specialty of Chilean cuisine.

Additional ingredients for semolina with milk

If you want to give a personal touch to the semolina pudding dessert, you can add extra ingredients that can enhance the flavors and enrich each bite of this delight of Chilean cuisine.

1. Vainilla: For an aromatic and tasty touch, you can add the contents of a vanilla pod to the milk, or a few drops of vanilla extract or essence.
2. Citrus: Orange or lemon zest adds freshness and a new flavor profile to the dessert. Pieces of peel can also be stirred into the milk and then skimmed off.
3. Raisins: Raisins are a great choice for creamy desserts, as they add texture and sweetness.
4. Pieces of chocolate or bitter cocoa powder: Special for chocolate lovers.
5. A touch of almond liqueur: It is only added if those who are going to consume it semolina dessert they are adults.
6. Liquid candy: Caramel can be incorporated into the base or the surface of the dessert, to add a new touch of flavor.

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Semolina with milk recipe

Yields: 4 portions

Preparation time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup of wheat semolina
• 1 liter of milk
• 1 cup sugar (or sweetener)
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Zest of 1 orange or 1 lemon
• Vanilla extract to taste
• Optional: caramel

How to make semolina with milk step by step

1. In a saucepan, heat the milk without boiling (approximately 85°C) with the sugar, cinnamon, zest and vanilla extract.
2. Remove the cinnamon stick and gradually add the semolina, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat for 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens and the semolina is soft.
3. If you wish to use caramel, caramelize the containers by placing liquid caramel on the bottom before adding the semolina. Liquid caramel or bittersweet cocoa can be added on top before refrigerating.
4. Place the semolina in individual containers previously caramelized (you can also add caramel or bitter cocoa on top)
5. Allow to cool and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours before serving.