South African Pudding

Indulge in the heartwarming sweetness of South African Pudding, a traditional dessert that encapsulates the comforting flavors of home. This rich and tender pudding is infused with the tang of apricot jam and a velvety vanilla sauce that soaks into every bite, creating a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Easily prepared with pantry staples like flour, sugar, and milk, this dessert comes together in just under an hour, making it perfect for special occasions or weeknight treats. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, or a drizzle of custard for a soul-satisfying finish. Bring a taste of South Africa to your table with this beloved classic that’s as easy to make as it is to devour! Keywords: South African Pudding, traditional dessert, apricot jam, rich vanilla sauce, easy pudding recipe, homemade pudding, comforting desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons apricot jam
• 250 milliliters milk
• 30 grams butter
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 250 milliliters heavy cream
• 85 grams unsalted butter (for sauce)
• 120 grams sugar (for sauce)
• 125 milliliters boiling water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and butter a medium-sized baking dish.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs together until the mixture is fluffy and pale in color.

Step 4

Add the apricot jam to the egg mixture and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter together over low heat until the butter has melted. Remove from heat and stir in the vinegar and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg and sugar mixture, alternating with the milk mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the pudding bakes, prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, combine the cream, butter, sugar, boiling water, and vanilla extract. Heat over medium heat and stir until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved. Do not boil.

Step 9

Once the pudding is baked, pierce it all over with a skewer or fork. Slowly pour the hot sauce over the warm pudding, allowing it to soak in completely.

Step 10

Serve the pudding warm with whipped cream, ice cream, or custard, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1120.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3230.0

Total Fat 170.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 833.4mg	0%
Sodium 1596.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 351.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 160.5g
Protein 47.6g	0%

Vitamin D 250.1IU	0%
Calcium 432.6mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 841.9mg	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: 49.1%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 44.9%