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Custard Apple Pudding

Creamy Custard Apple Pudding: A Cozy British Classic

A delightful traditional British dessert that combines tart apples with creamy custard for a heartwarming treat. Perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 375 g Cooking Apples Use a mix of Bramleys and other tart apples.
  • 375 g Eating Apples Russets or similar varieties work well.
For the Custard
  • 90 g Butter Divided and melted gradually to avoid browning.
  • 60 g Caster Sugar Plus extra for topping.
  • Lemon Rind Grated.
  • 45 g Plain Flour or Cornflour Choose based on your texture preference.
  • 500 ml Whole Milk Feel free to use non-dairy alternatives.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks Enriches the custard’s texture.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla Bean Paste or Extract
For the Topping
  • 60 g Demerara Sugar Provides a crunchy topping.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • baking dish
  • whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Gather your ingredients for smooth preparation.
  2. Peel, core, and chop both the cooking and eating apples into small pieces.
  3. Melt 45 g of butter over low heat in a medium saucepan. Stir in the chopped apples, 60 g of caster sugar, and grated lemon rind. Cook for 5–7 minutes.
  4. In a separate saucepan, melt the remaining 45 g butter on low heat. Whisk in the plain flour or cornflour to create a roux; add 500 ml of whole milk gradually.
  5. Remove from heat, whisk in the egg yolks and vanilla until well combined.
  6. Pour the custard over the cooked apple mixture in the baking dish, ensuring coverage. Sprinkle 60 g demerara sugar and 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. This dessert can be enjoyed warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge. Freezing is possible for up to 2 months. Reheat gently before serving.

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