A Comforting Classic Made Better
Spelt Sticky Ginger Pudding gives you a warm, soft, and richly spiced dessert that feels homely without being heavy. The spelt flour adds a gentle nuttiness and a light texture. The ginger gives the pudding depth and warmth. The batter comes together fast, and the sauce forms easily on the hob. The result is a pudding that tastes indulgent yet feels balanced.
Why This Recipe Works
This pudding is easy to prepare and ideal for autumn and winter evenings. You only need basic ingredients and a single bowl for the batter. It feels special enough for guests but simple enough for a quick weekend treat. The ginger sauce keeps the pudding moist and glossy. The flavours stay clear and comforting without being overly sweet.
Spelt Sticky Ginger Pudding
Description
A warm, soft spelt pudding filled with fresh and ground ginger, gently sweetened with dark sugar, and finished with a glossy ginger sauce. Comforting, easy, and perfect for cold evenings.
Ingredients
For the Pudding
For the Sticky Ginger Sauce
Instructions
Prepare the oven.
- Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Grease a small baking dish.
Mix dry ingredients.
- Combine spelt flour, dark brown sugar, ground ginger, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and salt.
Combine wet ingredients.
- Whisk the egg, milk, melted butter, grated ginger, and vanilla until smooth.
Bring batter together.
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until smooth.
Bake the pudding.
- Pour batter into the dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until set and lightly springy.
Make the sauce.
- Add dark brown sugar, water, butter, and ground ginger to a small pan. Heat gently until the sugar melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
Finish the pudding.
- Pierce the hot pudding with a skewer and pour the warm ginger sauce over the top. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 360kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Saturated Fat 8g40%
- Cholesterol 55mg19%
- Sodium 260mg11%
- Potassium 210mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 51g17%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 31g
- Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Notes
- The pudding tastes best served warm.
- You can reheat leftovers in the microwave with a splash of milk.
Optional Substitutions or Variations
- Swap the butter for coconut oil to keep the pudding dairy-free.
- Add chopped dates for extra texture.
- Replace part of the milk with orange juice for a fresh twist.
