Ukrainian semolina pudding with drunken cherries
3 servings
35 minutes
Ukrainian semolina pudding with drunken cherries is a true gastronomic masterpiece that combines the tenderness of semolina soufflé and the rich flavor of caramelized cherries with brandy. This dish resembles traditional Ukrainian sweet casseroles but with an exquisite modern twist. Semolina roasted in butter to a golden color forms the base of the soft and airy pudding. Drunken cherries soaked in orange juice, brown sugar, and brandy give the dessert a deep fruity aroma. Baked under a layer of sugar, it develops a caramel crust, while almond flakes add a delicate crunch. This pudding is perfect for cozy evenings and special occasions, blending the warmth of home cooking with notes of refined gastronomy.
1
Cut the cherries in half and remove the pits.
- Cherry: 250 g
2
Heat a cast iron skillet. Mix cherry, orange juice, brandy, and brown sugar on the heated surface. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries soften and the syrup thickens for about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- Cherry: 250 g
- Orange juice: 1 tablespoon
- Cherry brandy: 1 tablespoon
- Brown sugar: 0 g
3
Heat a heavy-bottomed pot and add butter. Heat the butter and gradually pour in the semolina. Fry the semolina, stirring constantly, until golden brown for about 5 minutes. Do not overcook the semolina, or it will taste bitter.
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Semolina: 3.5 tablespoons
4
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
5
Grease the fireproof molds with butter. Evenly spread the cherry jam on the bottom of the molds.
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
6
Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Gently fold in the roasted semolina. Spread the mixture over the jam, sprinkle with about 2 tablespoons of sugar on top. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Semolina: 3.5 tablespoons
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
7
Remove from the oven and serve, sprinkling with almond flakes on top.
- Almond flakes: to taste