Half Hour Pudding

Indulge in the comforting simplicity of Half Hour Pudding, a rich and gooey dessert that comes together in just 30 minutes! This classic self-saucing pudding features a tender vanilla sponge that bakes to golden perfection, while a luscious caramel sauce forms underneath, thanks to a magical layer of brown sugar and boiling water poured before baking. With simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and a touch of vanilla, this quick dessert delivers a perfectly sweet finish to any meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or surprise guests, it’s best enjoyed warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream. If you’re craving an easy, crowd-pleasing treat, this half-hour wonder is your go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 60 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 120 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 120 milliliters milk
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 250 milliliters boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until a smooth batter forms.

Step 5

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of the batter.

Step 7

Carefully pour the boiling water over the back of a spoon so it gently covers the top of the dish. Do not stir.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the sponge layer comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the pudding to cool for 5 minutes before serving. The sponge will be on top, and a caramel sauce will have formed underneath.

Step 10

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	819 grams (819.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1814

Total Fat 63.00g	81%
Saturated Fat 33.80g	169%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 364mg	121%
Sodium 645mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 298.70g	109%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 203.90g
Protein 23.60g	47%

Vitamin D 108IU	541%
Calcium 293mg	23%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 547mg	12%

*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: 30.5%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 64.4%