Microwave Clootie Dumpling

Discover the convenience of a classic Scottish dessert with this Microwave Clootie Dumpling recipe—a modern twist on tradition that delivers all the hearty, spiced goodness in just minutes! Packed with the rich flavors of mixed dried fruit, warm cinnamon, and mixed spice, this quick and easy clootie dumpling swaps the time-consuming steaming process for a fuss-free microwave method. With a moist, pudding-like texture, each bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness from golden syrup and brown sugar, complemented by the buttery richness of suet or vegetable shortening. Ready in under 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dessert pairs beautifully with a drizzle of custard, a dollop of cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Perfect for busy cooks craving a taste of nostalgia, this microwave clootie dumpling is a must-try for an authentic yet effortless treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:6 mins

Total Time:16 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Self-raising flour
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 250 grams Mixed dried fruit
• 100 grams Light brown sugar
• 100 grams Suet or grated vegetable shortening
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground mixed spice
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 large Egg
• 250 milliliters Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Golden syrup

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 1.5-liter microwave-safe pudding basin or deep bowl with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, breadcrumbs, mixed dried fruit, light brown sugar, suet (or grated shortening), ground cinnamon, ground mixed spice, and baking powder. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate bowl or jug, beat the egg. Stir in the milk and golden syrup until combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly to create a thick batter, ensuring all the dry ingredients are incorporated evenly.

Step 5

Spoon the batter into the greased pudding basin and level the top with the back of a spoon.

Step 6

Cover the basin loosely with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a suitable lid, leaving a small gap to allow steam to escape during cooking.

Step 7

Microwave on high power for 6 minutes. The exact cooking time may vary depending on your microwave, so check for doneness by inserting a skewer or knife into the center; it should come out clean.

Step 8

Carefully remove the basin from the microwave (it will be very hot). Let the clootie dumpling cool in the basin for 5 minutes before turning it out onto a serving plate.

Step 9

Serve warm, sliced, with custard, cream, or ice cream for a traditional dessert experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1113 grams (1113.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3442

Total Fat 121.00g	155%
Saturated Fat 58.30g	292%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 346mg	115%
Sodium 3953mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 576.70g	210%
Dietary Fiber 29.60g	106%
Total Sugars 304.40g
Protein 56.30g	113%

Vitamin D 167IU	836%
Calcium 648mg	50%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 2718mg	58%

*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: 30.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 63.7%