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.
munchies and munchkins
June 23, 2016 at 13:33This 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
June 21, 2016 at 00:52I’ve never heard of Kisel before but sounds lovely and looks so creamy and delicious 😀
Choclette
June 20, 2016 at 23:02I’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
June 18, 2016 at 20:38Thanks for sharing this with us. It looks sumptuous and simple to make. Awesome post!!!
Camilla @FabFood4All
June 17, 2016 at 01:34What wonderful charity caring for all these animals. Your Russian Milk sounds fab and I expect similar to custard but without the egg.
Diana
June 17, 2016 at 14:00They are doing a great job Camilla! It is similar to custard, but simpler 🙂
Sisley White
June 17, 2016 at 01:12I’ve never heard of anything like this before but I love milky drinks so I will definitely try it!
Diana
June 17, 2016 at 14:00Enjoy Sisley! You can also thicken a bit with starch, and eat it with a spoon!
Suchi @elegantmeraki
June 15, 2016 at 23:06I am alway excited to see new stuff! Looks very interesting, already thinking how to make it ASAP
Kylee from Kylee Cooks
June 15, 2016 at 21:19I 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
June 15, 2016 at 20:30One of the best parts of being a part of a blogging community is seeing unique ethnic recipes like this! It sounds wonderful! ?
Diana
June 15, 2016 at 20:37This recipe comes from my childhood! Love it!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite
June 15, 2016 at 20:00I’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
June 15, 2016 at 20:35And it’s very easy to make! You should give it a try 🙂
Derek | Dad With A Pan
June 15, 2016 at 19:49I’ve never heard of this before! I bet it’d be good with a side of fruit!
Diana
June 15, 2016 at 20:35It’s very simple and easy, give it a try!