Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Malvern Pudding, a delightful Custard Apple Pudding that combines the natural sweetness of apples with a smooth, creamy custard. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner or a festive gathering. The balance of tart and sweet flavors, paired with soft apple pieces and a hint of cinnamon, creates an irresistible treat that will leave guests asking for seconds. Serve it warm or chilled for a heartwarming experience, and watch as this classic British pudding becomes the star of your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 375 g cooking apples (e.g., Bramleys)
- 375 g eating apples (e.g., russets)
- 90 g butter (divided)
- 60 g caster sugar (plus extra for topping)
- Grated rind of 1 lemon
- 45 g plain flour (or cornflour)
- 500 ml whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla bean paste or extract
- 60 g demerara sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel and core the apples, chopping them into small pieces. In a saucepan, melt 45 g butter over medium heat, add chopped apples, 60 g caster sugar, and lemon rind. Cook until softened, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a baking dish.
- In another saucepan, melt the remaining 45 g butter over low heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux, then gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in egg yolks and vanilla.
- Pour custard over apples in baking dish. Mix demerara sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle on top. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 126mg