Terra Massoud Recipe
Terra Massoud: Aluxurious Persian layered dessert with rosewater custard, ladyfingers, driedfruits, and pistachios. Elegant, aromatic, and perfect for special occasions.35 min prep + chilling
Ingredients
Base & Layers:
24 ladyfingers (Savoiardi) – lightly dipped in milk
500ml (2 cups) whole milk – for custard and dipping
40g (⅓ cup) cornstarch – custard thickener
150g (¾ cup) granulated sugar – adjust to taste
Flavor & Aroma:
1 tbsp (15ml) rosewater – authentic Persian floral note
6 cardamom pods – crushed, or ½ tsp ground cardamom
Texture & Garnish:
200g (1.5 cups) mixed dried fruits – apricots, barberries, golden raisins
50g (½ cup) pistachios – chopped, for crunch
Edible rose petals – optional, for elegance
Instructions
Prep Ingredients (5 min)
Soak 200g dried fruits in warm water (or rosewater) for 30 min. Drain.
Lightly grease your dish with butter or oil.
Crush 6 cardamom pods to release seeds (discard shells).
Make the Custard (15 min)
Heat 400ml milk in a saucepan until steaming (do not boil).
Whisk 40g cornstarch + 100ml cold milk until smooth.
Slowly pour cornstarch mix into hot milk, whisking constantly.
Add 150g sugar and crushed cardamom seeds. Cook on medium-low for 5–7 min until thickened (coats spoon).
Off heat, stir in 1 tbsp rosewater. Let cool slightly.
Layer the Dessert (10 min)
Quick-dip ladyfingers in warm milk (2 seconds per side).
Arrange a layer in the dish (trim to fit).
Spread ½ custard over ladyfingers.
Sprinkle ½ drained fruits.
Repeat layers: ladyfingers → custard → fruits.
Chill & Serve (4+ hours)
Refrigerate uncovered for at least 4 hours (overnight ideal).
Before serving: Garnish with chopped pistachios and rose petals.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 |
| Total Fat | 9g |
| Carbohydrates | 45g |
| Protein | 6g |
| Sugar | 30g |
| Fiber | 2g |