We spend winter longing for springtime and it’s finally here! Soon the cold weather will be gone for good (we hope!) and flowers will be in bloom again. I thought of celebrating the season’s white and pink blossoms with a healthy dessert to match–an exotic pudding with rose water, cardamom and fruit, one that can be packed to enjoy outside in the park.
Rose water is our latest obsession here at Hello Glow, and we can’t get enough of its delicate flavor and health benefits, especially the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Making your own rose water is very simple and as soon as roses are in bloom you can experiment with creating this elixir to take your DIY beauty projects and homemade desserts to the next level.
Rose water is thought to calm the central nervous system, making it a soothing choice for those of us who get anxious easily. Its A, C, E and B vitamins help balance hormone production, with beauty effects for your skin. Rose water also acts as a digestive tonic and a mild laxative, treating upset stomachs and constipation.
So, about this beautiful pink-hued pudding. I wanted to create a light dessert, so it’s both vegan and gluten-free – and it also has digestive healing properties. I used arrowroot powder for thickening the coconut milk, but if you prefer you can use cornstarch. Adding berry puree makes it more appealing visually, while adding a fruitiness that complements the flavor of rose water.
Rose Water Pudding with Raspberry Puree
Prep
Total
Yield 4 servings
Rose water has digestive healing effects, while fresh fruit puree enriches this pudding with minerals and vitamins.
Ingredients
For the pudding
- 4 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 10 ounces full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons rose water
- 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
- 2 cups fresh strawberries or raspberries
For the rose water
- Handful rose petals (dried or fresh, from a pesticide-free source)
- 2 cups purified water
- 1/2 teaspoon hibiscus powder (you can skip this one, I add it to enhance the pinkish color)
Instructions
- To make the rose water: Add the rose petals to a saucepan and cover with water.
- Bring to boil over medium heat, then cover with a lid and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes, until the rose petals' color fades completely.
- Add the hibiscus powder, stir to combine, cover the pan, turn off the heat and set aside until completely cooled.
- Use a cheesecloth to strain the liquid, and transfer into a clean bottle with a lid.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- To make the pudding: Mix the arrowroot and cardamom in a saucepan, add the coconut milk and almond milk, and whisk to incorporate.
- Bring to boil over low heat and whisk for 2 or 3 minutes, until it thickens.
- Remove from heat, add the rose water and maple syrup, and whisk to incorporate.
- Add the fresh berries into the blender and puree until smooth.
- Divide the puree into the serving jars or bowls, and top with pudding.
- Refrigerate until completely cooled, then serve garnished with fresh fruits.
Courses Dessert
Cuisine Vegan, Gluten-Free
I really like this berry pudding because there are many benefits in it.
Such a wonderful article this is… When I was reading this article really I want to drink this rose water berry at that time, it’s very hard to control… Very delicious recipe, and want to drink after going to home, Thank you so much for share this recipe…
This is Such a beautiful recipe! And I love your gorgeous photos!
I love desserts that are not too heavy, this pudding sounds so good and the color of it is just so beautiful, plus it’s healthy too! great recipe…bring on the warmer weather!!!
Please note that hibiscus and other herbals should not be used by pregnant women.
Lisa K Lapinski, MBA,RD, CDE
Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist
Wow, this looks almost too beautiful to eat. I love the colors. I can’t wait for spring – once I find some roses I’m definitely trying this.