Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Corn Flour Mixture

   In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of corn flour, 1/2 cup of cold milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence. Mix thoroughly until all lumps are dissolved. Set this mixture aside.

2. 2.Prepare Whipped Cream

   In a separate bowl, add 1 cup of fresh cream and 2-3 tablespoons of powdered sugar. Whisk the mixture for 4-5 minutes until it becomes fluffy and slightly increases in volume. Place the whipped cream in the refrigerator to chill.

3. 3.Heat Milk for Custard

   Pour 2 cups of full cream milk into a pan. Heat the milk on a medium-high flame, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the flame to low.

4. 4.Add Sugar to Milk

   Add 3-4 tablespoons of sugar to the boiling milk. Stir well until the sugar dissolves. Continue cooking on low flame for 30-60 seconds.

5. 5.Incorporate Corn Flour Mixture

   Stir the prepared corn flour mixture once more. While continuously stirring the milk in the pan, slowly pour in the corn flour mixture. Keep stirring to prevent any lumps from forming.

6. 6.Thicken Custard

   Continue cooking the mixture on low flame for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and the corn flour is fully cooked. The custard should have a flowing consistency, not too thick. If needed, add 3 more tablespoons of sugar (total 6-7 tbsp) and stir.

7. 7.Add Nuts to Custard

   Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped nuts (almonds and pistachios) into the custard. Mix well. Turn off the heat and allow the custard to cool down to a lukewarm temperature.

8. 8.Prepare Bread Slices

   Take 8 slices of white bread and carefully trim off all the brown edges using a knife. You can save the trimmed edges to make breadcrumbs.

9. 9.First Layer of Assembly

   In a glass dish, spread a thin layer of the lukewarm custard mixture at the bottom. This will help the bread absorb moisture from below. Arrange 4 of the trimmed bread slices over this custard layer, covering the base of the dish.

10. 10.Second Layer of Assembly

    Pour half of the remaining custard mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring they are well covered. Drizzle some of the chilled whipped cream over this custard layer.

11. 11.Third Layer of Assembly

    Arrange the remaining 4 bread slices over the cream layer. Pour the rest of the custard mixture over these bread slices, making sure they are completely covered.

12. 12.Final Layer and Garnish

    Spread the remaining whipped cream evenly over the top layer of custard. Use a spatula to smooth the surface. Gently shake the dish to ensure even distribution. Garnish generously with extra chopped nuts (almonds and pistachios).

13. 13.Chill and Serve

    Place the assembled dessert in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2-3 hours, or until it is well set and firm. Once chilled, slice the Arabian Pudding into desired portions and serve cold.