Golden Syrup Sponge Puddings

Indulge in the rich, nostalgic charm of Golden Syrup Sponge Puddings, a classic British dessert that's irresistibly moist and packed with caramelized sweetness. These individual steamed sponge puddings feature a light, buttery batter infused with vanilla, all crowned by a luscious layer of golden syrup that melts into the sponge as it cooks. Perfectly portioned for serving, these puddings are easy to prepare and ideal for a cozy family dessert or an impressive finish to a dinner party. Steam-baked to perfection for a light yet indulgent texture, they pair beautifully with creamy custard, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ready in just 40 minutes, this timeless treat brings warmth and comfort to your table with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams Butter
• 100 grams Caster sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 100 grams Self-raising flour
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 6 tablespoons Golden syrup
• 1 teaspoon Butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F.

Step 2

Grease four individual pudding basins (approximately 150ml each) with a small amount of butter.

Step 3

Pour 1 1/2 tablespoons of golden syrup into the bottom of each pudding basin and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 5

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

Step 6

Sift the self-raising flour into the mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula or wooden spoon.

Step 7

Add the milk and vanilla extract, and fold gently until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Step 8

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pudding basins, spooning it on top of the golden syrup.

Step 9

Cover each basin tightly with a piece of foil, ensuring the edges are sealed to prevent water from getting in during the steaming process.

Step 10

Place the basins in a deep roasting tray or baking dish. Fill the dish with boiling water until it comes halfway up the sides of the pudding basins.

Step 11

Carefully transfer the dish to the oven and steam-bake the puddings for 25 minutes, or until risen and a skewer inserted into the sponge comes out clean.

Step 12

Once cooked, carefully remove the puddings from the water bath and allow them to cool for a few minutes.

Step 13

Run a knife along the edges of each pudding to loosen, then turn them out onto serving plates so the golden syrup drips down over the sponge.

Step 14

Serve warm with custard, cream, or ice cream for a decadent dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	558.5 grams (558.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2062

Total Fat 97.40g	125%
Saturated Fat 51.70g	259%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.50g
Cholesterol 620mg	207%
Sodium 1599mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate 281.00g	102%
Dietary Fiber 2.70g	10%
Total Sugars 205.20g
Protein 24.10g	48%

Vitamin D 113IU	567%
Calcium 132mg	10%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 386mg	8%

*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: 41.8%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 53.6%