Semolina Pudding with Candied Fruit

Semolina Pudding with Candied Fruit is a easy French recipe that serves 5. 180 calories per serving. Recipe by MaxiRecettes on YouTube.

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 11 min | Total: 31 min

Cost: $3.25 total, $0.65 per serving

Ingredients

  • 50 g Fine semolina (Fine, type "wheat semolina")
  • 40 g Fine sugar (Granulated white sugar)
  • 3 g Vanilla powder (About 1/2 teaspoon; can be replaced with 1/2 teaspoon liquid vanilla extract)
  • 0.5 L Whole milk (3.5 % fat milk for extra creaminess)
  • 80 g Candied fruit (Mix of orange, lemon zest, etc.; optional)
  • 1 pinch Cinnamon powder (Optional, sprinkle just before serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients

    Measure the semolina, sugar, vanilla powder, milk and candied fruit. Place the sugar and vanilla in the saucepan.

    Time: PT3M

  2. Bring the milk to a boil

    Pour the milk into the saucepan, add the sugar and vanilla, then heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to boil.

    Time: PT5M

    Temperature: 90-95°C

  3. Incorporate the semolina

    When the milk boils, reduce heat to low and sprinkle the semolina in a fine stream while constantly whisking.

    Time: PT6M

    Temperature: 80°C

  4. Add the candied fruit

    Fold in the candied fruit (and raisins if desired) into the cooked semolina, mix for 1 minute.

    Time: PT1M

  5. Transfer and cool

    Pour the mixture into individual ramekins. Let cool at room temperature (about 20 °C) for 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

    Time: PT20M

  6. Finishing

    Just before serving, sprinkle a small pinch of cinnamon and garnish with a few extra pieces of candied fruit.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
180
Protein
5 g
Carbohydrates
30 g
Fat
5 g
Fiber
1 g

Dietary info: Vegetarian, Contains lactose, Contains wheat, low-calorie, very-low-calorie, low-fat

Allergens: Milk, Gluten

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Semolina Pudding with Candied Fruit

Recipe by MaxiRecettes

A simple, comforting childhood dessert: fine semolina cooked in sweet vanilla milk, enriched with candied fruit and a hint of cinnamon. Serve chilled in small bowls.

EasyFrenchServes 5

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Source Video
24m
Prep
12m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
46m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$3.25
Total cost
$0.65
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Bring the milk to a boil without letting it overflow
  • Incorporate the semolina in a fine stream while constantly stirring to avoid lumps
  • Let the semolina cool at room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator

Safety Warnings

  • Boiling milk can cause severe burns; handle with care.
  • Use pot holders for the hot saucepan.

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