Indulge in a taste of Québecois tradition with Pouding au Chômeur, a decadent dessert that seamlessly blends simplicity and luxury. This classic "poor man's pudding" features a tender vanilla cake baked under a luscious layer of homemade caramel sauce made with brown sugar, maple syrup, and heavy cream. As it bakes, the rich caramel sinks to the bottom, creating a gooey, indulgent topping that pairs beautifully with each bite of fluffy cake. Ready in under an hour, this comforting dessert is ideal for satisfying a sweet tooth and wowing guests at your next dinner party. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible finish. Perfect for fans of traditional desserts, this Pouding au Chômeur recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking the ultimate in cozy, maple-infused treats.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking dish.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, in three parts. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, heavy cream, and cubed butter. Stir until all ingredients are melted and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
Carefully pour the hot caramel sauce over the cake batter, covering it completely. Do not stir.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pudding from the oven and let it sit for 10 minutes before serving. The caramel sauce will sink to the bottom while baking to create a luscious topping.
Serve warm and spoon generous amounts of caramel sauce over each slice. Optionally, pair it with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Serving size | (1408.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 5011.3 |
Total Fat 243.8g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 147.6g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
Cholesterol 880.1mg | 0% |
Sodium 2448.4mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 672.7g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
Total Sugars 513.2g | |
Protein 35.3g | 0% |
Vitamin D 169.9IU | 0% |
Calcium 532.2mg | 0% |
Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
Potassium 955.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories