
A historical dessert from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
wash, stone and cut dates into small pieces
add milk and cook until thick, which will take three-quarters of an hour
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Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
The natural pectin and soluble fiber in dates acts as a thickening agent when simmered with milk, creating a pudding-like consistency without added starches. The long cooking time allows the dates to break down and release their sugars, which caramelize slightly and help emulsify the mixture. The milk proteins coagulate gently during the extended simmer, contributing to the thick, creamy texture while the dates' natural sweetness intensifies through reduction.
The pudding can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store covered with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate and bring to room temperature or gently rewarm with a splash of milk before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The pudding will firm up when cold. To serve, either enjoy chilled or gently reheat in a saucepan over low heat with 2-3 tablespoons of milk, stirring constantly until warmed through and loosened to desired consistency.
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The pudding can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store covered with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate and bring to room temperature or gently rewarm with a splash of milk before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The pudding will firm up when cold. To serve, either enjoy chilled or gently reheat in a saucepan over low heat with 2-3 tablespoons of milk, stirring constantly until warmed through and loosened to desired consistency.