Description

Malvern Pudding, also known as Custard Apple Pudding, is a delightful dessert that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. This creamy, custard-based treat perfectly balances the tartness of cooking apples with the sweetness of eating apples, all enveloped in a rich custard. Topped with caramelized sugar and cinnamon, each bite is a comforting experience that melts in your mouth. Whether enjoyed warm straight from the oven or slightly cooled, Malvern Pudding is versatile enough for family dinners or festive celebrations.

Ingredients

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375 g cooking apples (e.g., Bramleys)
375 g eating apples (e.g., russets)
90 g butter (divided)
60 g caster sugar (plus extra for topping)
Grated rind of 1 lemon
45 g plain flour
500 ml whole milk
3 large egg yolks
1½ teaspoons vanilla bean paste or extract
60 g demerara sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Peel and core the apples, then chop into small pieces.
In a saucepan, melt 45 g butter over medium heat. Add chopped apples, caster sugar, and lemon rind; cook until softened (5-7 minutes). Transfer to a baking dish.
In another saucepan, melt remaining butter over low heat; stir in flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in egg yolks and vanilla.
Pour custard over apple mixture evenly. Mix demerara sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle on top.
Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: British

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
Calories: 235
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 94mg