A Fresh Take on a British Classic
This Spelt Summer Berry Steamed Pudding combines old-fashioned comfort with fresh seasonal flavours. The gentle nuttiness of spelt flour pairs perfectly with tangy berries, creating a soft, sponge-like pudding that’s moist, tender, and naturally sweet.
Unlike heavier winter puddings, this one feels light and balanced — ideal for warmer months or when you want something sweet yet not overly rich. Served warm with custard, cream, or yoghurt, it’s a simple yet impressive dessert for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This pudding is proof that comfort food can be wholesome. Spelt flour adds extra fibre and flavour, while the berries bring freshness and colour. It’s steamed gently to keep the crumb soft and moist, giving you a pudding that’s delicate, fruity, and melt-in-the-mouth.
It’s also adaptable — use any mix of summer berries you have on hand, fresh or frozen. Once you try this version, you’ll want to make it every season with whatever fruit is available.
Spelt Summer Berry Steamed Pudding
Description
A soft, moist steamed sponge made with spelt flour and bursting with summer berries — light, fruity, and comforting.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding basin. Grease a 1-litre pudding basin with butter and place a small circle of baking paper on the bottom.
- Add the berries. Spread the mixed berries evenly at the bottom of the basin.
- Cream butter and sugar. In a bowl, beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, whisk spelt flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the batter. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, adding milk until smooth. Stir in lemon zest if using.
- Assemble. Spoon the batter gently over the berries, smoothing the top.
- Cover and seal. Cover with baking paper and foil, tie securely with string, leaving room for rising.
- Steam. Place in a large pot with 2 inches of simmering water. Cover and steam for 1 hour 20 minutes, checking the water level occasionally.
- Serve. Remove, rest 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate. Serve warm with custard or cream.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 285kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Saturated Fat 7g35%
- Cholesterol 85mg29%
- Sodium 150mg7%
- Potassium 170mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 39g13%
- Dietary Fiber 3g12%
- Sugars 22g
- Protein 5g10%
* 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
For an extra glossy berry layer, sprinkle 1 tsp of sugar over the berries before adding the batter. You can use a mix of raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, or even cherries. Leftovers reheat beautifully in the microwave or can be sliced and lightly toasted the next day.
