Description
A classic Quebecois maple pudding featuring a tender butter cake baked over a rich maple syrup sauce that settles underneath, creating a warm, comforting dessert with deep caramel flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease an 8 inch square baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine maple syrup, brown sugar, and water. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Carefully pour the hot syrup mixture evenly over the batter without stirring.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving to let the syrup thicken at the bottom.
Notes
- Use pure maple syrup for authentic flavor.
- Do not stir after pouring the syrup mixture over the batter.
- Let the pudding rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 58g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg