Best 2 Birds Nest Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Bird's Nest Pudding, a classic dessert that combines creamy custard with a crispy meringue topping. This timeless treat has been captivating taste buds for generations and remains a favorite among pudding enthusiasts. In this article, we present two irresistible variations of Bird's Nest Pudding: a classic recipe for a traditional experience and a modern twist with a chocolate twist. Both recipes offer detailed instructions, helpful tips, and beautiful images to guide you through the process of creating these delightful desserts. Join us as we explore the rich history and tantalizing flavors of Bird's Nest Pudding, ensuring a delightful and memorable dessert experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BIRDS' NEST PUDDING



Birds' Nest Pudding image

Just like the ones from Little House.

Provided by Jeri Zieman

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tart green apples, peeled and cored
1 cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 egg whites
3 egg yolks
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon maple flavored extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pint heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Place apples in prepared dish. Stuff the core of each apple with brown sugar, pressing down slightly. Reserve any remaining sugar. Sprinkle all the apples with the 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Place dish in preheated oven to start baking while the batter is prepared.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff. In a separate bowl, beat yolks until they change color. Stir milk and maple flavoring into beaten yolks. In a third bowl, combine flour, cream of tartar, baking powder, salt and any remaining brown sugar until well mixed. Pour flour mixture all at once into egg yolk mixture and stir until smooth. Fold beaten egg whites into yolk batter.
  • Remove apples from oven and pour batter evenly over and around apples.
  • Bake in preheated oven 45 to 60 minutes more, until crust has browned. Turn each apple, surrounded by some fluffy crust onto a plate and serve at once with sweetened cream.
  • To make sweetened cream: Stir confectioners' sugar and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg into heavy cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.9 calories, Carbohydrate 84.1 g, Cholesterol 214.4 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 314.8 mg, Sugar 62 g

BIRDS' NEST PUDDING



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Does anyone remember this? My mother made this when I was young. I almost forgot about these. She made them with the apples that grew from the wild apple trees that were around the farm area. She would freeze them in our huge freezer full of home made foods and meat. I remeber her so clearly making these in big batches, and place...

Provided by Tammy T

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tart green apples, peeled and cored
1 c brown sugar
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
3 egg whites
3 egg yolks
1 c milk
1 tsp maple flavored extract
1 c all-purpose flour
1 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c confectioners' sugar
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 pt heavy cream

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 2 quart baking dish.
  • 2. Place apples in prepared dish. Stuff the core of each apple with brown sugar, pressing down slightly. Reserve any remaining sugar. Sprinkle all the apples with the 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. (This is important to do - Place dish in preheated oven to start baking while the batter is prepared.)
  • 3. Beat egg whites until stiff. In a separate bowl, beat yolks until they change color. Stir milk and maple flavoring into beaten yolks. In a third bowl, combine flour, cream of tartar, baking powder, salt and any remaining brown sugar until well mixed. Pour flour mixture all at once into egg yolk mixture and stir until smooth. Fold beaten egg whites into yolk batter.
  • 4. Remove apples from oven and pour batter evenly over and around apples. Bake in preheated oven 45 to 60 minutes more, until crust has browned. Turn each apple, surrounded by some fluffy crust onto a plate and serve at once with sweetened cream.
  • 5. To make sweetened cream: Stir confectioners' sugar and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg into heavy cream.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh ingredients.
  • Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature before you start whipping them.
  • Whip the egg whites until they are stiff but not dry.
  • Fold the egg whites into the other ingredients gently, using a spatula.
  • Bake the pudding in a preheated oven.
  • Do not overcook the pudding, or it will become tough.
  • Serve the pudding warm or cold.
  • Garnish the pudding with whipped cream, fruit, or nuts, if desired.

Conclusion:

Birds nest pudding is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a hit with a crowd. It is a light and airy pudding that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and impressive dessert that everyone will love.

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