Description
A classic British batter pudding, featuring caramelized plums baked in a sweet, spiced batter. Serve warm with cream or custard for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) double cream (or heavy cream)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
- 2 tbsp (30 g) brown sugar
- 1 tbsp (10 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12-14 ripe plums, stoned (pitted) and halved
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until fully combined. Add the milk, cream, and vanilla extract, and whisk until blended.
- Sift the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves (if using) into the egg mixture. Add the sugar and whisk until the batter is smooth and slightly frothy.
- Grease the bottom of a medium-sized baking dish (about 9 inches in diameter) with butter. Arrange the plum halves, cut side down, to completely cover the bottom of the dish.
- Sprinkle half of the reserved sugar over the plums. Pour the batter evenly over the plums. Sprinkle the remaining sugar on top of the batter for a caramelized finish.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the pudding is puffed and golden brown. Check for doneness by inserting a knife into the center; if the batter is still runny, turn off the oven and leave the pudding inside with the door closed for another 10–15 minutes.
- Allow the pudding to cool slightly. Serve warm with cream, custard, or ice cream.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use crème fraîche instead of double cream.
- To prevent sticking, use a well-buttered and lightly floured baking dish.
- Leftover pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven-Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 150