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Ingredients:

• 1/2 sponge cake (cut into thin slices)
• 1 large tin of fruit cocktail
• 1/2 liter milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 tablespoons custard powder
• 250 grams Amul cream (or any heavy cream)
• 2 tablespoons jam
• 7-8 almonds
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• Pineapple slices and cherries (for decoration)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Custard:
   • In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat.
   • In a small bowl, mix the custard powder and sugar with a little milk to form a smooth paste.
   • Once the milk is hot but not boiling, pour the custard mixture into the saucepan while stirring continuously.
   • Keep stirring until the custard thickens. Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool down.
2. Prepare Praline:
   • In a pan, dry roast the almonds until they are slightly browned. Let them cool.
   • In the same pan, add sugar and melt it on medium heat until it caramelizes.
   • Once the sugar has caramelized and turned golden brown, add the almonds and mix well.
   • Pour the mixture onto a greased plate or tray and let it cool completely. Once cooled, break it into small pieces to make praline.
3. Assemble the Pudding:
   • Layer the thin sponge cake slices in a rectangular bowl.
   • Drizzle the cake slices with the syrup from the fruit cocktail tin to moisten them.
   • Spread a thin layer of jam over the moistened cake slices.
   • Pour the cooled custard over the jam layer, spreading it evenly.
   • Drain the fruit cocktail from the tin and cut the fruits into small pieces if necessary.
   • Spread the fruit cocktail pieces evenly over the custard layer.
   • Whip the cream until stiff peaks form. If desired, sweeten the cream with a little sugar.
   • Spread the whipped cream over the fruit layer, covering it completely.
   • Decorate the top with pineapple slices and cherries.
   • Sprinkle the prepared praline over the cream layer.
   • Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
4. Serve:
   • Once chilled, slice and serve your delicious Fruit Cocktail Pudding as a delightful dessert!

Enjoy this fruit and creamy treat!