Australian Hasty Pudding

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 3

Indulge in a sweet and comforting bowl of Australian Hasty Pudding

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

34g

Fat

17g

Australian Hasty Pudding is a sweet comfort food dish that is similar to other desserts like sticky toffee pudding or bread pudding. Also known as 'brown Betty,' this traditional Australian dessert typically features self-raising flour, sugar, butter, milk, and golden syrup as its key ingredients. This dish is often served with whipped cream or custard and is best enjoyed during the winter months. It is said to have originated during the Great Depression when ingredients were scarce, and the dessert was made from pantry staples. Now, it is a household staple that is enjoyed throughout Australia as a nostalgic and comforting sweet treat.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2.	Grease a 2L baking dish with a tablespoon of butter.
3.	Beat the sugar and remaining butter together until light and fluffy.
4.	Add in the egg and mix well.
5.	Stir in the self-raising flour and milk until the batter is smooth.
6.	Add golden syrup and give the mixture a final stir.
7.	Pour the pudding mixture into the greased dish.
8.	Place the dish into the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.
9.	Let it cool for a few minutes before serving in a dessert bowl with dollop of whipped cream or custard.

PROS

Australian Hasty Pudding is incredibly easy to make, requiring only a handful of ingredients.

The dessert has a comforting and sweet flavor that is perfect for a chilly night.

CONS

This dish is high in sugar and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.

The pudding may be too sweet for some people’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it can be consumed as an occasional treat in moderation.
In moderation, golden syrup can be useful for maintaining glycemic control and is a good source of trace minerals such as iron.

	1 tablespoon butter
	125 ml sugar
	1 egg
	250 ml self-raising flour
	60 ml milk
	2 tablespoons golden syrup