Paal Poli - South Indian Style Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: Paal Poli - South Indian Style Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Paal poli; 12 Wonton wrappers (circular shape preferable, 3 per pan); 2 cups whole milk; Sugar to taste, (~ 5-6 tablespoons); 1/4 cup almonds peeled & ground to a paste; 3 Cardamoms peeled and crushed to a powder; 1 cup oil (preferably one with no inherent flavors like rice bran oil); 1-2 pinches saffron; Whipped cream filling; 1 cup Whipping cream; 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar; 1 pinch crushed saffron; 2-3 cardamoms crushed into a fine powder; toasted sliced almonds for garnish

Servings: persons

Paal poli
12 Wonton wrappers (circular shape preferable, 3 per pan)
2 cups whole milk
Sugar to taste, (~ 5-6 tablespoons)
1/4 cup almonds peeled & ground to a paste
3 Cardamoms peeled and crushed to a powder
1 cup oil (preferably one with no inherent flavors like rice bran oil)
1-2 pinches saffron
Whipped cream filling
1 cup Whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners sugar
1 pinch crushed saffron
2-3 cardamoms crushed into a fine powder
toasted sliced almonds for garnish

1
Fry the wonton wrappers till crisp & set aside on a paper towel to wick off any excess oil. It doesn't matter if a couple of the wrappers puff up.
2
Combine the milk with the sugar, almond paste, cardamom & saffron & heat till it thickens slightly. Set aside.
3
Soak the fried wonton wrappers in the milk till slightly soft and limp.
4
Whip the cream with the confectioners sugar, cardamom powder and the crushed saffron in a chilled bowl till it forms stiff peaks.
5
Line the bottom of four 4 inch spring form pans with parchment or wax paper cut to the correct diameter. Place a soaked fried wonton at the bottom of the pan and spoon in a layer of whipped cream. Place another wonton over the cream, alternate to get 2 layers of cream between 3 wontons. Using a piping bag, pipe a layer of cream over the top wonton.
6
Place the pans in the refrigerator for about 2-3 hours, Garnish with the toasted sliced almonds and extra strands of saffron. and cut into 2 down the diameter and serve chilled.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Paal poli, 12 Wonton wrappers (circular shape preferable, 3 per pan), 2 cups whole milk, Sugar to taste, (~ 5-6 tablespoons), and more.

Yes, Paal Poli - South Indian Style Bread Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Paal Poli - South Indian Style Bread Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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