Malva Pudding: 3 Delicious Traditional Recipes

Introduction to Malva Pudding

Malva pudding is a beloved South African dessert that is rich, sweet, and incredibly comforting. Traditionally made with apricot jam, this sticky and spongy pudding is typically served warm and drizzled with a creamy sauce. It’s a perfect way to end a meal, whether it’s a family gathering or a festive celebration. Here are three diverse examples of South African Malva Pudding that you can try at home!

Example 1: Classic South African Malva Pudding

Context: A Family Gathering

This classic recipe is perfect for family gatherings and is sure to impress your guests with its delightful flavor and texture.

To start, gather these ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup apricot jam
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup cream (for sauce)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix the sugar, flour, baking soda, and salt together.
3. In another bowl, combine the milk, apricot jam, eggs, melted butter, vinegar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for about 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.
6. For the sauce, heat the cream in a saucepan, adding sugar to taste, and stir until combined.
7. Once the pudding is out of the oven, pour the warm sauce over it and let it soak in before serving.

Notes:

You can serve this pudding with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.

Example 2: Vegan Malva Pudding

Context: A Plant-Based Alternative

This vegan version of Malva pudding is perfect for those following a plant-based diet, allowing everyone to enjoy this traditional dessert.

Gather these ingredients:

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/2 cup apricot jam
• 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup coconut cream (for sauce)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease your baking dish.
2. In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the almond milk, apricot jam, melted coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
5. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.
6. For the sauce, gently heat the coconut cream in a saucepan, sweetening with sugar if desired.
7. Once the pudding is baked, pour the warm sauce over it and allow it to absorb.

Notes:

Feel free to substitute almond milk with any other plant-based milk of your choice. This pudding is delicious served with fresh fruit or coconut whipped cream.

Example 3: Chocolate Malva Pudding

Context: A Unique Twist for Chocolate Lovers

If you love chocolate, this variation on the traditional Malva pudding is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

You’ll need:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup apricot jam
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate ganache (for sauce)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the milk, apricot jam, eggs, melted butter, vinegar, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
5. Pour the chocolate batter into the greased dish and bake for 30-40 minutes.
6. For the sauce, prepare a simple chocolate ganache by heating equal parts of cream and dark chocolate until melted and well combined.
7. Once baked, pour the ganache over the pudding and let it soak before serving.

Notes:

This chocolate version is delightful with a scoop of chocolate ice cream or fresh berries to balance the richness.

Enjoy trying these delicious examples of South African Malva Pudding: Traditional Recipe, and happy baking!