Apple Pudding
Ingredients
4
servings
- 1 egg
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chopped apple
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup margarine (or butter)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large glass bowl, combine the egg, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup chopped apple, flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Mix well, then add the chopped nuts.
- Pour into the greased loaf pan and bake at 350°F for 40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the pudding is baking, prepare the topping by combining the brown sugar, white sugar, milk, margarine and vanilla in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the warm sauce over the baked pudding while both are still warm. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Common Problems and Solutions
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes, bake the pudding ahead and reheat gently. Make the sauce fresh just before serving for the best texture and pour it over while both are still warm.
Q: What kind of apples work best?
A: Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith hold up well during baking and balance the sweetness. Gala or Honeycrisp also work nicely.
Tips and Techniques
Don’t overmix the batter - stir just until combined for a tender texture. The sauce will thicken as it cools, so pour it over the pudding while both are still warm for the best absorption.
Ingredient Substitutions
- margarine: butter
- pecans or walnuts: leave them out entirely
Equipment Needed
- loaf pan
- large glass bowl
- saucepan
