Ingredients
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- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup molasses
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup heavy cream (for sauce)
- ½ cup brown sugar (for sauce)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sauce)
- Pinch of salt (for sauce)
- Chopped crystallized ginger, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish or ramekins.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and spices. In another, mix brown sugar, egg, molasses, melted butter, milk, and vanilla.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the greased baking dish or ramekins, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Tap the dish lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare the toffee sauce by simmering cream, brown sugar, butter, and a pinch of salt until thickened.
- Pour warm sauce over freshly baked pudding and garnish with chopped crystallized ginger. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use dark molasses for deeper flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the sponge light.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Pudding and sauce can be made ahead and reheated when needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: sticky gingerbread pudding, toffee sauce, holiday dessert, gingerbread, winter pudding