Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our classic Old Fashioned Cottage Pudding, a timeless dessert that exudes charm and comfort. This traditional British pudding is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a moist and fluffy sponge cake base enveloped in a velvety chocolate sauce. With its simple yet elegant presentation, the cottage pudding is a delightful addition to any dessert table, evoking nostalgia and creating lasting memories.
Accompanying this classic recipe are two additional variations that offer unique twists on the original. The first variation introduces a luscious toffee sauce, adding a layer of caramel richness that perfectly complements the chocolate sauce. For those seeking a lighter option, the steamed cottage pudding presents a delicate and ethereal texture, while still maintaining the comforting flavors of the traditional pudding. Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can recreate these delightful desserts in their own kitchens.
COTTAGE PUDDING - UPSIDE DOWN CAKE
This is my husband's favorite. I first made it over thirty years ago. You can use canned peaches or pineapple in place of the sliced apples.
Provided by Sandra
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour melted butter into the bottom of an 8 inch square pan. Tilt the pan so that it is evenly coated. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter. Arrange the apple slices to cover the brown sugar, set aside. In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and white sugar. Beat in the egg and vanilla until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt, stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Pour into the baking pan so that the fruit is completely covered.
- Bake for 40 to 50 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted, comes out clean. Immediately invert onto a serving plate. Serve warm with ice cream or sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 162 mg, Sugar 22.7 g
OLD-FASHIONED CHOCOLATE PUDDING
One of the nice things about this easy pudding is you don't have to stand and stir it. This is a must for us at Christmas-at Thanksgiving and Easter, too! I also make it into a pie with graham cracker crust that our grandchildren love. -Amber Sampson, Somonauk, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, heat the milk, butter and chocolate until chocolate is melted (chocolate may appear curdled)., Combine sugar, flour and salt. Sprinkle over chocolate mixture (do not stir). Cover and continue to cook in a double boiler over medium-low heat, 20 minutes. With a wooden spoon, stir until smooth. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is thickened and a thermometer reads 160°. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to dessert dishes., Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. If desired, top with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
OLD FASHIONED COTTAGE PUDDING WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE RECIPE
Provided by BobLongo
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 45 minutes ∙ Serves 6-8 Heat the oven to 350 F (180 C/Gas 4). Grease and flour an 8 or 9-inch square baking pan. In a mixing bowl with electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 to 5 minutes. Beat the egg into the creamed mixture until blended. Measure the milk into a measuring cup. Stir the 1 teaspoon of vanilla into the milk. In another bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Beating slowly, add about one-third of the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, along with half of the milk. Repeat with another one-third of the flour mixture and the remaining milk. Add the remaining flour mixture and beat until smooth and well blended Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, until firm and a toothpick - inserted into the center of the cake - comes out with only a few crumbs clinging. Chocolate Sauce IN a saucepan of stainless steel bowl over simmering water, heat the semisweet chocolate chips with the whipping cream, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Drizzle the chocolate sauce over the cooled cake.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pudding. Use real butter, fresh milk, and high-quality chocolate.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the pudding tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the pudding in a water bath: This will help to prevent the pudding from curdling.
- Let the pudding cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set properly.
- Serve the pudding with your favorite toppings: Whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries are all great options.
Conclusion:
Old-fashioned cottage pudding is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this pudding is sure to become a favorite in your home. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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