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Fast & Easy Malva Pudding

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Simple pantry staples come together to create this delicious dessert which richness is enhanced by a unique sauce. Moist and sweet, Malva pudding is perfect for any gathering, especially during the holidays because it can be prepared in advance.

Fast & Easy Malva Pudding

Ingredients For Malva Pudding

  • Granulated sugar
  • Eggs
  • Apricot jam
  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Butter
  • White vinegar
  • Milk
  • Vanilla extract
  • Heavy cream

How To Make Easy Malva Pudding

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Sift the flour, soda, and salt together into a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.
  3. Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the peach jam and vanilla extract. Add the melted butter and vinegar.
  4. Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the egg mixture until fully incorporated.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
  6. While the pudding is baking, prepare the sauce: in a small saucepan melt together the butter, sugar, heavy cream, water, and vanilla extract.

Pour the hot sauce over the pudding as soon as you take it out of the oven. Serve warm.

Fast & Easy Malva Pudding

Can I Make Malva Pudding Ahead And Freeze It?

Yes, you can. Let it cool down completely, cover it with plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Don’t add the cream sauce yet. Let it thaw out completely, heat it up in the oven, and pour the sauce before serving.

Fast & Easy Malva Pudding

Fast & Easy Malva Pudding

Fast & Easy Malva Pudding

The secret to moist Malva Pudding is in the unique creamy sauce!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 SERVINGS
Calories: 407kcal
Author: Katherine - Yummfully

Equipment

  • Stand or handheld mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Small saucepan
  • Stove
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the pudding

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp apricot jam
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour+ 2 tbsp
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 ½ tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • cup milk

Sauce

  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • cup hot water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Sift the flour, soda, and salt together into a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.
  • Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the peach jam and vanilla extract.
  • Add the melted butter and vinegar.
  • Add the flour mixture and milk to the egg mixture until fully incorporated.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
  • While the pudding is baking, prepare the sauce: in a small saucepan melt together the butter, sugar, heavy cream, water, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the hot sauce over the pudding as soon as you take it out of the oven. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 64mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 0.25mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 6mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Reduce The Sugar In The Recipe?

Yes, you can reduce it according to your preferences, but don’t eliminate it.

How Can I Add A Christmas Flavor To The Sauce?

Adding some alcohol like whiskey or sherry will give it a warm, festive flavor.

What Should I Serve With Malva Pudding?

This dessert is very rich, but adding a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream will add the perfect touch.

Can I Cook Malva Pudding In A Slow Cooker?

Yes, you can. Cook it on high for 1-2 hours, but check it frequently towards the end to avoid overcooking it. Pour the sauce over it while still hot and let it sit on warm until ready to serve.

What Type Of Vinegar Should I Use For Malva Pudding?

White vinegar is recommended because it won’t affect the flavor of the pudding.

Should I Use Salted Or Unsalted Butter In The Recipe?

To control the amount of salt in the recipe, it is recommended to use unsalted butter.

How Do I Know When The Pudding Is Perfectly Baked?

After the pudding is brown on top and has risen well, do the toothpick method. Insert a toothpick in the middle and if it comes out clean, the pudding is ready.

My Pudding Looks Dry. What Could’ve Gone Wrong?

Make sure you pour the sauce over the hot pudding to ensure the pudding is moist. Don’t let it cool down before adding the hot sauce on top.

What If I Don’t Have Apricot Jam?

Use peach or plum jam instead.

Fast & Easy Malva Pudding

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