👨‍🍳 作り方

1. 1

   Grease and line a 1.5-litre pudding basin with baking parchment.

   💡 プロのコツ: Ensuring the basin is well-greased prevents the pudding from sticking.
2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.

   💡 プロのコツ: Using an electric mixer can make this step easier and more effective.
3. 3

   Gradually beat in the eggs, a little at a time, adding a tablespoon of the flour with each addition to prevent the mixture from curdling.

   💡 プロのコツ: Adding flour with the eggs helps to stabilize the emulsion.
4. 4

   Fold in the remaining sifted self-raising flour. Add 2 tablespoons of milk and fold gently until you have a soft, dropping consistency. Add the remaining milk if needed.

   💡 プロのコツ: Be careful not to overmix once the flour is added, as this can make the pudding tough.
5. 5

   Stir in the finely chopped apples and ground cinnamon.

   💡 プロのコツ: Ensure the apples are chopped small enough to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
6. 6

   Spoon the mixture into the prepared pudding basin and level the surface.

   💡 プロのコツ: Do not overfill the basin; the pudding will rise during steaming.
7. 7

   Cover the basin with a double layer of baking parchment and tie securely with kitchen string. Create a pleat in the parchment to allow for expansion.

   💡 プロのコツ: A tight seal is crucial to prevent water from entering the pudding basin.
8. 8

   Place the pudding basin in a large saucepan or steamer. Add enough boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the basin. Cover the saucepan tightly and steam for 1 hour and 15 minutes, topping up the water as needed.

   💡 プロのコツ: Maintain a steady simmer throughout the steaming process.
9. 9

   Carefully remove the pudding basin from the steamer. Remove the parchment paper and invert the pudding onto a serving plate. Sprinkle the top with Demerara sugar.

   💡 プロのコツ: Allow the pudding to stand for a few minutes before inverting to help it release cleanly.
10. 10

    Serve warm with custard, cream, or ice cream.

    💡 プロのコツ: The Demerara sugar topping adds a slight crunch and caramelised sweetness.