Manjar de almendras (Almonds delicacy)

2008 November 6
by Diego

This isn’t a version of the manjarblanco. The manjar de almendras is a traditional and ancient dessert, born in the peruvian colonial age. You can still find some of this delicious dishes in some old convents. Pay attention: A group of almonds are not ground well, so you can taste them. This recipe is for 8 people.

Ingredients:

  • 3 1/2 cups of sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups of water
  • 4 cups of peeled and ground almonds
  • 6 cups of milk
  • Powdered cinnamon
  • Small candies

Preparation:

Prepare a syrup with the sugar and the water. When it’s ready, add 1.5 cups of almonds (well ground) and 3 cups of milk. Boil and when you’ll get a syrup again; add the other 3 cups of almonds (in a little bigger pieces) and mix with the rest of the milk. When its consistence gets creamy (as the manjarblanco), remove from the flame and serve in glasses. Sprinkle powdered cinnamon and small candies to decorate.

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2 Responses leave one →
  1. January 29, 2009

    This is the best type of foods I have seen yet and make more for our class to make!!

  2. gblack permalink
    April 22, 2009

    WOW this looks so good please come up with more good looking stuff like that

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