Apple Cranberry Pudding
Description: No flour in this pudding; the sponge topping is made with ground almonds, delivering a delightful texture and flavor. This pudding is good when served warm or cold but reaches its peak when served warm with lightly whipped cream or, for the ultimate indulgence, with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream!
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Apple, Fruit, Nuts, European, Potluck, Winter, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 638.2
- Fat Content: 39.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 154mg
- Sodium Content: 244.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 67.6g
- Fiber Content: 7.5g
- Sugar Content: 56.1g
- Protein Content: 9.9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cooking apple |
| 2 | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 – 1 | Ground cinnamon |
| 1 | Cranberries |
| 4 | Butter |
| 4 | Margarine |
| 2 | Sugar |
| 4 | Eggs |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Apples:
- Peel, quarter, core, and slice the apples.
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Cook the Apples:
- Put the sliced apples in a saucepan along with the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and cranberries.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Prepare the Dish:
- Grease an ovenproof dish that is at least 3 inches deep and 9 inches in diameter. It’s important for the dish to be deep to prevent the fruit from bubbling out during baking.
- Pour the apple-cranberry mixture into the prepared dish, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
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Prepare the Sponge Topping:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the beaten eggs to the mixture, ensuring each addition is well incorporated before adding more.
- Fold in the ground almonds until evenly combined.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Spoon the almond cake mixture over the apple-cranberry mixture in the dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pudding is set.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove the pudding from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
- Serve the pudding warm, accompanied by lightly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of this Apple Cranberry Pudding, perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknights to festive gatherings! 🍎🍰
