JUST NEED A GLASS TO SHAPE!
JUST NEED A GLASS TO SHAPE! is a medium Turkish recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Turkish Food Travel on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 4 hrs 15 min | Total: 4 hrs 50 min
Cost: $4.80 total, $1.20 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 liter Whole Milk (use fresh whole milk for best creaminess)
- 0.5 cup + 1 tbsp mixed All-Purpose Flour (heaped tablespoon)
- 2 tbsp Corn Starch (heaped tablespoons; can use wheat flour for a slightly different texture)
- 0.5 cup + 2 tbsp mixed Granulated Sugar (heaped tablespoon)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Powder (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes, softened)
- 0.25 cup Roasted Hazelnuts (chopped; can toast if not pre‑roasted)
- 2 tbsp Coconut Flakes (optional for coating)
- 2 tbsp Heavy Cream (heaped; for ganache)
- 80 g Bittersweet Chocolate (chopped; at least 70% cocoa)
- 2 tbsp Pistachios (roughly chopped for garnish)
Instructions
Gather and Measure Ingredients
Measure all ingredients, especially the flour, corn starch, and sugar, using the heaped measurements described.
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Combine Dry Ingredients with Part of the Milk
In a medium saucepan, add about half of the milk, then whisk in the flour, corn starch, and sugar until smooth and free of lumps.
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Cook the Pudding Base
Add the remaining milk, place the saucepan over medium‑low heat, and stir continuously until the mixture thickens, bubbles, and reaches a custard‑like consistency.
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Temperature: medium low heat
Flavor with Vanilla and Butter
Remove the pan from heat, stir in the vanilla powder (or extract) and the butter until fully incorporated.
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Whisk for Silky Texture
Using a hand mixer (or a wire whisk), whisk the warm pudding for about 5 minutes until it becomes glossy and silky.
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Portion into Glasses
While still warm, pour the pudding into serving glasses. Use a ladle or spatula to help guide the flow if the glasses are tall.
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Chill and Set
Cover each glass with plastic wrap, place them in the refrigerator, and let the pudding set for at least 3–4 hours or overnight.
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Unmold and Coat
Gently run a thin spatula around the edges, then invert each glass onto a plate. Roll the sides of the pudding in chopped roasted hazelnuts (or coconut flakes) to coat.
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Prepare Chocolate Ganache
In a small pot, heat the heavy cream over low heat until just simmering, then remove from heat and add the chopped bittersweet chocolate. Stir until smooth and glossy.
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Temperature: low heat
Finish and Garnish
Drizzle the ganache over each pudding, spreading a thin line around the sides. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top for color and crunch.
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Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 4 g
- Carbohydrates
- 30 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Contains Gluten, Contains Nuts
Allergens: Milk, Wheat, Corn, Tree Nuts, Chocolate
Last updated: April 22, 2026








