Steamed Golden Syrup Sponge Pudding with Vanilla Custard

A classic British sponge pudding steamed with golden syrup and served with warm vanilla custard.

Vegetarian Dessert Pudding British Steamed

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

538.6

kcal / serving

2154.5 kcal total

Carbs

65.1g

per serving

260.2 g total

Fat

28.1g

per serving

112.4 g total

Protein

7.5g

per serving

29.8 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

tbsp

Golden Syrup

plus extra for serving

1.5

tsp

Baking Powder

115

Brown Sugar

CondimentsSauces

portion

Vanilla Custard

to serve

Dairy

100

Unsalted Butter

softened, plus extra for greasing

piece

Egg

free-range

GrainsCereals

115

Plain Flour

sifted

Method

Grease a 900ml pudding basin with butter and chill for 5 minutes.

Drizzle the golden syrup into the base of the chilled basin.

Turn out onto a plate, slice, and serve with extra syrup and custard.

Steam the pudding over medium heat for 90 minutes until cooked through.

Spoon the batter into the basin and cover with greased, pleated foil secured with string.

Whisk flour, baking powder, eggs, sugar, and butter together until smooth.