Pouding Du Chômeur — Vanilla Cake With Caramel Topping

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 0
Pouding Du Chômeur recipe - a delectable vanilla cake with caramel topping
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Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons shortening
3/4 cup superfine sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/3 cup milk
1 egg
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups brown sugar
1 cup water
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup nuts ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
452
Sugar
54g
Fat
10g
Pouding Du Chômeur, which means 'unemployment pudding' in French, is a popular dessert in Quebec, Canada. Legend has it that this dessert was created during the Great Depression when money was tight and people had to make do with what they had in their pantry. The cake is simple and easy to prepare, with a sponge-like texture that soaks up the rich caramel topping to create a deliciously sweet dessert that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking dish with shortening.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the superfine sugar, baking powder, milk, egg, flour, salt, and vanilla until well combined. Spread evenly in the greased baking dish.
3.In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, and unsalted butter. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour evenly over the cake batter.
4.Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Sprinkle with nuts (optional) and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

PROS

This Pouding Du Chômeur recipe is easy to prepare and tastes absolutely delicious!
It can be served fresh out of the oven or reheated as leftovers, making it a perfect dessert for any day of the week.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The caramel topping can be quite sweet, so adjust the amount of sugar used to suit your taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutrients such as calcium, iron, and protein from the flour and egg used in the recipe.
The use of vanilla has been linked to reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation, making this dessert a comforting treat to enjoy at the end of a long day.

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