New Age Spotted Dick
Elevate a beloved British classic with our "New Age Spotted Dick," a modern twist on the timeless steamed pudding. This recipe swaps traditional suet for cold, diced butter, delivering a lighter, melt-in-your-mouth texture that's still rich and satisfying. Studded with vibrant dried cranberries, plump raisins, and fragrant orange zest, each bite bursts with fruity sweetness and a hint of citrus. A drizzle of golden syrup adds a luscious caramelized note, while the gentle steaming method ensures a moist, tender crumb. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a nostalgic dessert moment, this updated take pairs beautifully with a generous pour of creamy custard. Easy to make and irresistibly indulgent, our New Age Spotted Dick brings a contemporary charm to a cherished favorite.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 100 grams unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 75 grams granulated sugar
- 75 grams dried cranberries
- 75 grams raisins
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1 orange)
- 1 unit egg (large)
- 125 milliliters whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup
- 0 as needed custard (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
Step 2
Add the diced cold butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Step 3
Stir in the granulated sugar, dried cranberries, raisins, and orange zest.
Step 4
In a small bowl or jug, whisk together the egg, whole milk, and vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Grease a 1-liter (2-pint) pudding basin with butter. Drizzle the golden syrup into the bottom of the basin.
Step 7
Spoon the dough into the prepared pudding basin, pressing it down gently to ensure there are no air pockets.
Step 8
Cut a large circle of parchment paper and a matching circle of foil, each about 5 cm (2 inches) larger than the rim of the pudding basin. Place the parchment paper on top of the foil and fold a pleat down the center. Cover the pudding basin with the paper and foil, pleat side up, and secure with kitchen string.
Step 9
Place the pudding basin in a large pot or steamer. Pour boiling water into the pot until it reaches halfway up the sides of the basin.
Step 10
Cover the pot with a lid and steam the pudding gently for 90 minutes, checking every 25-30 minutes to ensure the water level remains sufficient. Top up with boiling water as needed.
Step 11
Carefully remove the basin from the pot and let it rest for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the pudding, then invert it onto a serving plate.
Step 12
Serve warm with custard or your choice of accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (863.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2651.9 |
| Total Fat 96.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 472.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1163.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 415.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 235.6g | |
| Protein 38.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 202.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 427.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1289.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories