Baked Indian Pudding Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this classic Baked Indian Pudding! This family-adapted recipe boasts a rich, molasses-spiced cornmeal pudding baked to golden perfection. It's a delightful twist on a traditional dessert, perfect for chilly evenings. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 375 mins

Calories 266 kcal

Protein 17g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Indian Pudding

5 cups whole milk (divided)
Blackstrap Molasses
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs
Yellow Cornmeal
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup raisins

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How to Make Baked Indian Pudding

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a greased 2-quart casserole dish or stone crock, whisk together the cornmeal, molasses, sugar, melted butter, salt, baking soda, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and raisins.
Gradually whisk in 3 cups of hot milk until smooth.
Pour batter into the prepared casserole dish.
Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour.
Reduce oven temperature to 275°F (135°C).
Gradually stir in the remaining 2 cups of milk.
Cover the casserole dish and continue baking for 3-4 hours, stirring every 30-45 minutes. The pudding is done when it's set and slightly puffed.
Let cool slightly before serving warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

41g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Indian Pudding?

Baked Indian Pudding takes about 395 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 375 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Indian Pudding?

Baked Indian Pudding has approximately 266 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Indian Pudding?

The key ingredients for Baked Indian Pudding are Milk, Blackstrap Molasses, Sugar, Butter, Salt, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.