South African Malva Pudding
Shaziya
Indulge in the rich, comforting warmth of South African Malva Pudding, a dessert that feels like a hug in every bite. Best of all, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep, making it perfect for impromptu gatherings or a cozy night in.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Cake
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ½ cup dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons apricot jam, strained
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- a pinch of salt
Sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and butter an 8-inch (20cm) square baking dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the milk, brown sugar, eggs, apricot jam, melted butter, and vinegar until fully combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt, and then combine with the wet ingredients until thoroughly combined.
Pour into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-40 minutes, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Just before the pudding is done, make the sauce: in a saucepan over medium heat combine the cream, milk, butter, sugar, and salt and heat until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
Once the pudding is done, poke holes all over the hot pudding with a skewer and then pour the warm sauce over the pudding. Allow resting for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftover pudding in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving, either in a 300°F (150°C) oven or in the microwave.
Keyword apricot jam, creamy sauce, Malva Pudding, South African dessert, traditional recipe