Best 2 South African Brown Pudding Recipes

South African Brown Pudding is a traditional steamed dessert pudding served with a sweet, boozy custard sauce. The mixture for this classic pudding is made with breadcrumbs, suet, dried fruit, molasses, and spices. A variation of the steamed sponge pudding, it can be served as a sweet main course or dessert. This recipe is served with a custard sauce made with evaporated milk, sugar, cornstarch, butter, egg yolks, vanilla, and brandy. The rich flavors of molasses and spices in the pudding complement the creamy, boozy sauce. A less boozy version can be made by omitting the brandy from the sauce. If you don't have evaporated milk on hand, you can use regular milk with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch instead of 2. The recipe also includes instructions for making a traditional boiled custard sauce, which is made with milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and butter.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTH AFRICAN MALVAPOEDING (MARSHMALLOW PUDDING)

South African Malvapoeding (Marshmallow Pudding) image

This rich, South African pudding contains no marshmallows, but probably got its name from its spongy texture! Delicious served hot or cold with cream.

Provided by HYNCH

Categories World Cuisine Recipes African

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon white vinegar
½ cup milk
1 cup superfine sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon apricot jelly
1 ⅓ cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup butter
½ cup white sugar
½ cup water, orange juice, or sherry

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine together with vinegar and milk. Remove from heat, and set aside. Meanwhile, sift flour, baking soda, and salt together into a separate bowl.
Beat 1 cup sugar and eggs with an electric mixer on high speed until fluffy and light colored, about 5 minutes. Gradually mix in the apricot jam. Fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture alternately with warmed milk mixture using a spatula. Pour batter into a greased, 1 quart oven-proof baking dish.
Bake approximately 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Place cream, butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and water in a saucepan and stir over moderate heat until the butter has melted and sugar is dissolved. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
Remove pudding from the oven, pierce several times with a skewer or fork, and pour the hot cream mixture immediately over the pudding. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 101.5 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 236.9 mg, Sugar 31.6 g

SOUTH AFRICAN PUDDING

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Make and share this South African Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 cup milk
1 cup superfine sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon apricot jam
1 1/3 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup orange juice or 1/2 cup sherry wine

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine together with vinegar and milk. Remove from heat, and set aside. Meanwhile, sift flour, baking soda, and salt together into a separate bowl.
Beat 1 cup sugar and eggs with an electric mixer on high speed until fluffy and light colored, about 5 minutes. Gradually mix in the apricot jam. Fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture alternately with warmed milk mixture using a spatula. Pour batter into a greased, 1 quart oven-proof baking dish.
Bake approximately 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Place cream, butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and water in a saucepan and stir over moderate heat until the butter has melted and sugar is dissolved. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
Remove pudding from the oven, pierce several times with a skewer or fork, and pour the hot cream mixture immediately over the pudding. Serve hot or cold.

Tips:

Use fresh bread for a lighter and fluffier pudding.
Soak the bread in milk for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for a richer flavor.
Add a variety of spices to the mixture, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, for a more complex flavor.
If you don't have golden syrup, you can substitute maple syrup or honey.
Serve the pudding warm with your favorite custard or ice cream.

Conclusion:

South African brown pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and rich flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try.