Heerlike Poeding Recipe

Warm up your soul with this hearty Heerlike Poeding, a beloved South African baked pudding perfect for chilly evenings! This comforting, easy-to-make recipe, reminiscent of blue-collar traditions, delivers a truly delicious and satisfying experience. Though not suited for fancy dinner parties, its rich flavors and simple preparation make it a family favorite. Pronounced 'here-lick-a pudding' (meaning 'delicious pudding' in Afrikaans), this is one recipe you'll want to make again and again.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 531.5 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Heerlike Poeding

  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • Baking Soda
  • Baking Powder
  • Apricot Jam
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
  • Vinegar
  • 2 large eggs
  • Salt
  • Boiling Water
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Butter

How to Make Heerlike Poeding

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs with ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Mix until just combined.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ½ cup raisins (optional).
  5. Gradually add 1 cup milk, mixing until smooth.
  6. Pour batter into a 7-8 inch square or round, 3-4 inch deep, uncovered casserole dish.
  7. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the pudding bakes, prepare the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup water, and 2 tablespoons butter.
  9. Bring the syrup to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  10. Once the pudding is out of the oven, immediately pour the hot syrup evenly over the top.
  11. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  12. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

265g

Fat

34g

Carbs

32g

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