South African Telephone Pudding

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of South African Telephone Pudding, a timeless dessert that combines warm, syrupy decadence with a soft, spongy texture. This traditional baked pudding features a luscious golden syrup topping that infuses into the batter while it cooks, creating a moist, self-saucing treat that’s perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla, the recipe comes together with ease, while the caramelized syrup layer elevates its irresistible sweetness. Serve this delight straight from the oven, paired with creamy custard, a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complete the experience. Whether for a family dinner or special occasion, Telephone Pudding is sure to enchant everyone's taste buds with its rich heritage and heartwarming taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 50 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 150 milliliters milk
• 3 tablespoons golden syrup (or light corn syrup)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 200 milliliters water
• 150 grams soft brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a large pudding dish or deep ovenproof dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. You can use a hand mixer or a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Gradually fold in the sifted dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until a smooth batter forms. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pudding dish. Use a spatula to evenly spread the batter, ensuring it is level on top.

Step 7

To prepare the syrup, combine the golden syrup, water, and soft brown sugar in a saucepan. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the syrup becomes smooth.

Step 8

Carefully pour the hot syrup over the pudding batter. Use the back of a spoon to help distribute the syrup evenly, if needed.

Step 9

Cover the pudding dish tightly with foil to trap the steam. Place the dish in a preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the pudding from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with custard, cream, or ice cream for the perfect dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1031.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2719.0

Total Fat 48.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 124.6mg	0%
Sodium 1042.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 560.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 402.3g
Protein 26.2g	0%

Vitamin D 68.1IU	0%
Calcium 371.6mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 674.9mg	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: 15.6%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 80.6%