Eve’s Pudding – Classic British Apple Sponge Recipe
Description
Eve’s Pudding is a classic British apple sponge dessert made with soft, gently spiced apples and a light, golden sponge topping. This easy Eve’s Pudding recipe is the perfect comforting dessert for autumn evenings, Sunday lunches, or whenever you have a few cooking apples to use. The sweet sponge bakes beautifully over tender apples, creating a delicious contrast of textures and flavours. Made with simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this traditional apple pudding is wonderfully satisfying without being complicated. Serve it warm with creamy custard, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of cream for a classic homemade British dessert the whole family will enjoy. This recipe serves 6 people, the image shown is of an individual one.
Eve’s Pudding – Classic British Apple Sponge Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) / 350°F. Grease a 1.5-litre ovenproof baking dish with butter.
- Place the sliced apples in a saucepan with the caster sugar, water, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat for 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples begin to soften but still hold their shape.
- Transfer the apples to the prepared baking dish and spread them into an even layer.
- To make the sponge, beat the softened butter and caster sugar together until pale and creamy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, adding a little flour if the mixture begins to curdle.
- Fold in the remaining flour and salt, then stir in the vanilla extract and milk to create a soft batter.
- Spoon the sponge mixture evenly over the warm apples and gently spread it to cover the surface.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the sponge is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Allow the pudding to stand for 5 minutes before serving warm with custard, cream, or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Choose the right apples: Bramley or other tart cooking apples provide a lovely contrast to the sweet sponge.
- Don’t overcook the apples: They should soften but retain some texture because they will continue cooking in the oven.
- Spread the batter gently: A smooth, even layer helps the sponge bake consistently.
- Add extra spice: A pinch of nutmeg or mixed spice works beautifully with the apples.
- Serve it warm: Eve’s Pudding is at its best fresh from the oven with plenty of hot custard.
- Make it ahead: Assemble the apple layer and sponge separately, then combine and bake when ready for dessert.
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