A traditional sweet Russian milk pudding or drink…
A silky milk dessert that comes from my Russian childhood. When I was little, my Mum used to make this for us all the time. It’s silky, sweet and very delicious! And enjoying this dessert brings back a lot of wonderful memories!
RUSSIAN MILK KISEL
This dessert is popular as a drink, or as can thickened and served as dessert that can be eaten with a spoon. The traditional Kisel (or Kissel) is made from sweet berries (can also be called a fruit soup), and the drink is thickened with corn or potato starch. It can be either served hot or cold, and I think that the most popular version in Russia is the liquid one that can be drunk. The dessert comes from the 10th century in Russia, or at least that was when it was first mentioned in history.
This drink/dessert is also popular in Poland, Ukraine, Latvia. Lithuania, Estonia, Sweden, Finland and Denmark. Today I’m sharing with you the milk version, but as I previously mentioned, this can be made with raspberries, gooseberries, strawberries, cranberries, cherries, red currants, prunes, apricots, rhubarb or even hibiscus petals!
This is a perfect dessert to enjoy on a beautiful summer afternoon. Kids love it, adults love it, and you will love it as well!
Milk Kisel is also popular as a treatment for heartburn. My favourite way to eat Kisel is cold and when it’s thick so I can eat it with a spoon! It’s a truly lovely dessert that can be made any time of the year!
Russian Milk Kisel
Ingredients
- 1 tsp corn or potato starch
- 120 ml milk
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract optional
- Berry or fruit syrup optional
Instructions
- Let the milk boil along with the sugar and starch (that is mixed with a little amount of cold water or milk).
- Keep stirring while the mixture is boiling for 5-6 minutes. In the last minute add vanilla extract.
- Remove from heat and pour in glasses or jars.
- Let it chill a bit, then serve with berry or fruit syrup.
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This sounds delicious, I must try it!! Sounds like a great cause and a great excuse for a drinks party – a chai party sounds wonderful.
Nadia
I’ve never heard of Kisel before but sounds lovely and looks so creamy and delicious 😀
Choclette
I’ve not heard of kisel before, so I had to come over to find out what it was. Love these kinds of super simple desserts and your photos are beautiful..
Lady Janet
Thanks for sharing this with us. It looks sumptuous and simple to make. Awesome post!!!
Camilla @FabFood4All
What wonderful charity caring for all these animals. Your Russian Milk sounds fab and I expect similar to custard but without the egg.
Diana
They are doing a great job Camilla! It is similar to custard, but simpler 🙂
Sisley White
I’ve never heard of anything like this before but I love milky drinks so I will definitely try it!
Diana
Enjoy Sisley! You can also thicken a bit with starch, and eat it with a spoon!
Suchi @elegantmeraki
I am alway excited to see new stuff! Looks very interesting, already thinking how to make it ASAP
Kylee from Kylee Cooks
I LOVE discovering new things from other countries. This looks really good. Easy to make, and good any time of the year? Count me in!!
Lisa
One of the best parts of being a part of a blogging community is seeing unique ethnic recipes like this! It sounds wonderful! ?
Diana
This recipe comes from my childhood! Love it!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite
I’ve never heard of this but it sounds like a delicious thick creamy goodness! I love berries mixed with cream so would totally dig this.
Diana
And it’s very easy to make! You should give it a try 🙂
Derek | Dad With A Pan
I’ve never heard of this before! I bet it’d be good with a side of fruit!
Diana
It’s very simple and easy, give it a try!