Crowdie-Mowdie — a Steamed Pudding (Scotland)

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 4

Crowdie-Mowdie - a Scottish Steamed Pudding with Oatmeal and Milk

Crowdie-Mowdie — a Steamed Pudding (Scotland)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

120 min

Ready In

130 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups oatmeal
	1 teaspoon salt
	3 cups milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

262

Sugar

Fat

Crowdie-Mowdie is a traditional Scottish steamed pudding that is made with oatmeal and milk. This crowd-pleasing pudding differs from typical baked dessert recipes as it is not laden with sugar. Scottish cuisine has a long tradition of incorporating oatmeal into their dishes. The toasted oat flavor of the pudding captures the essence of Scottish cooking. The ingredients of Crowdie-Mowdie are simple, yet it imparts a unique taste that is appreciated by all who enjoy a comforting dessert.

Instructions

1.	Combine oatmeal and salt in a mixing bowl.
2.	Gradually add milk and stir it until smooth.
3.	Grease a 2 -quart casserole and pour the batter into it.
4.	Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil and steam the pudding for 2 hours until firm.
5.	Uncover and serve hot with whipped cream.

PROS

Crowdie-Mowdie makes an excellent dessert, sustaining the Scottish tradition of pudding and oatmeal.
The steamed pudding is appealing to the eyes, tastes great and is simple to prepare.
Unlike most baked desserts, this pudding contains no sugar and hence you can include it in your diet without guilt.

CONS

Crowdie-Mowdie takes a long time to steam and may not be suitable for those who don’t like oats.
Additionally, the pudding may be hard to cook for first-time makers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crowdie-Mowdie is rich in antioxidants and fiber from oats, which may help to regulate blood sugar levels. It is also an excellent source of vitamins and minerals like calcium and iron from milk, which help to strengthen bones.