African Dessert

Indulge in the rich and soulful flavors of African cuisine with this delightful *African Dessert*, a caramel-laden treat inspired by the traditional Malva pudding. This recipe combines a moist, spongy cake made with apricot jam and a touch of vinegar for a subtle tang, baked to golden perfection. The warm dessert is then generously drenched in a luxurious caramel cream sauce made with butter, sugar, and heavy cream, ensuring every bite is decadently sweet and comforting. Ready in just an hour, this dessert is easy to prepare yet impressive, making it perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible treat that celebrates the essence of African culinary traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons apricot jam
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
• 0.5 cup sugar (for sauce)
• 0.5 cup boiling water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the apricot jam, vinegar, milk, melted butter, and the egg until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until you form a smooth batter.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6

While the pudding bakes, prepare the caramel cream sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter for the sauce over medium heat.

Step 7

Stir in the sugar and heavy cream, whisking continuously until the mixture starts to thicken. Add the boiling water and vanilla extract, and continue whisking for 2-3 more minutes.

Step 8

Remove the baked pudding from the oven and immediately prick the surface all over with a fork. Pour the warm caramel cream sauce evenly over the pudding, allowing it to soak in.

Step 9

Serve the Malva pudding warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1236.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3457.0

Total Fat 164.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 673.1mg	0%
Sodium 2654.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 448.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 357.0g
Protein 27.9g	0%

Vitamin D 194.0IU	0%
Calcium 369.3mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 617.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 52.9%