Aartappel Poeding South Africa

Discover the comforting flavors of South Africa with Aartappel Poeding, a traditional potato pudding that combines simplicity with a hint of elegance. Made with grated potatoes, a blend of warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of bright lemon zest, this dessert delivers a unique balance of sweetness and earthiness. The rich batter, enhanced by creamy milk and melted butter, bakes to perfection, creating a golden crust with a luscious, custard-like interior. Perfect for sharing, this South African classic is ideal as a warm dessert served with custard or a dollop of whipped cream. Easy to prepare yet irresistibly satisfying, Aartappel Poeding brings a taste of authentic South African heritage to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams potatoes (peeled and grated)
• 200 grams sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 250 milliliters milk
• 100 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 50 grams butter (melted, plus extra for greasing)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and grate the potatoes, then squeeze out any excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel. Set the grated potatoes aside in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale and frothy. Add the milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and melted butter, then whisk until smooth.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Step 5

Fold the grated potatoes into the batter, ensuring they are evenly incorporated.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown on top and set in the center.

Step 8

Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a dessert on its own, or with a dollop of custard or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1269.3 grams (1269.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2292

Total Fat 63.40g	81%
Saturated Fat 34.30g	172%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 692mg	231%
Sodium 1228mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 380.80g	138%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 217.70g
Protein 48.40g	97%

Vitamin D 269IU	1343%
Calcium 516mg	40%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 2886mg	61%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.9%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 66.6%