SPOTTED DOG

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This steamed pudding with British origins is traditionally made with suet and raisins. It has been updated to suit today's tastes by replacing the suet with butter, and the raisins with currants.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup brandy
3/4 cup currants
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 2/3 cups self-rising flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons light corn syrup or 2 tablespoons golden syrup, plus 1/4 cup, for serving
light cream, for serving (single)

Steps:

  • Heat the brandy until it is just warm to the touch. Place the currants in a bowl and pour in the warmed brandy. Set aside for at least 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F Butter four 1-cup pudding molds, custard cups or ramekins. Fill a baking dish (large enough to hold the molds) half-full with water. Place in oven.
  • Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the sifted flour and baking powder and beat, Add the currants and brandy and stir.
  • Pour the batter into the molds, filling them three-fourths full. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and place in the baking dish. Cook for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the middle of a pudding comes out clean and they are puffed and golden,.
  • Place the extra syrup in a small saucepan and cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes, until warm.
  • Serve the Spotted Dog warm wirh cream and the warmed syrup.

Ubraj Pratij
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This spotted dog recipe is delicious! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the raisins and currants add a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a classic comfort food.


Mampho Hlatshwayo
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I love this spotted dog recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the raisins and currants add a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a classic comfort food.


Kauma Rashida
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This spotted dog recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the raisins and currants add a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Yogeta Balbadar
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This spotted dog recipe is delicious! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the raisins and currants add a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a classic comfort food.


Bd Haker
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I love this spotted dog recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the raisins and currants add a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a classic comfort food.


Evelyne Murugi
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This spotted dog recipe is a great way to use up leftover cake. I made a chocolate cake the other day, and I had some leftover batter. I decided to try this recipe, and it turned out great! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the raisins and curran


vinod kumar J
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I've made this spotted dog recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the raisins and currants add a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


abdulmejid tessiso
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This spotted dog recipe is delicious! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the raisins and currants add a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a classic comfort food.


Sasa Madilola
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I love this spotted dog recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the raisins and currants add a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a classic comfort food.


Abdulwali
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This spotted dog recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the raisins and currants add a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Hossain mohummad Sumon
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of raisins or currants, but I'm so glad I did! The cake was delicious and the raisins and currants were not overpowering at all. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Paige Fisher
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This is the best spotted dog recipe I've ever tried. The cake is so moist and fluffy, and the raisins and currants add a perfect amount of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Rafiq Gull
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I've been making this spotted dog recipe for years, and it never disappoints. It's a classic comfort food that's perfect for any occasion. I especially love it with a cup of tea.


Isaiah Muyoba
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This spotted dog recipe was a hit with my family! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the raisins and currants added a nice sweetness. I also loved the crunchy topping. I will definitely be making this recipe again.