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simple suet pudding

Deliciously Simple Suet Pudding for Cozy Family Nights

This simple suet pudding is a comforting British classic, perfect for cozy family nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Flour Can substitute for self-raising flour
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 4 oz Butter/Margarine For richness
  • 4 oz Sugar Granulated or light soft brown
  • 4 oz Suet Vegetarian options available
  • 1 large Egg
  • 8 fl oz Milk Whole or semi-skimmed
For Flavor Variations
  • 3 tbsp Jam For fruity sweetness
  • 1 oz Cocoa Powder For chocolate flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest For citrus flavor
  • 1 cup Dried Fruit Chopped raisins or mixed
  • 1 cup Nuts Chopped for crunch
  • 1 cup Desiccated Coconut For tropical flavor

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • pudding basin
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your slow cooker on high and add hot water to create steam.
  2. Butter a 2-pint pudding basin thoroughly, including the lid.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  4. Rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles fine crumbs.
  5. Stir the sugar into the flour and butter mixture until well combined.
  6. Beat the egg and milk together in a separate bowl until fully combined.
  7. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pudding basin and smooth the top.
  9. Place the pudding basin in the slow cooker and pour boiling water around it.
  10. Cover the slow cooker and let the pudding cook on high for 2 hours.
  11. Once cooked, turn the pudding out onto a plate and serve warm with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover pudding in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze tightly wrapped for up to 3 months.

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