Steamed Apple Sponge Pudding with Blackberry Sauce

A cosy autumnal steamed pudding featuring blackberries and Bramley apples, served with a sweet homemade blackberry and jam sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 543.1 kcals 3258.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 77.5 grams 464.7 grams
Fat 23.1 grams 138.5 grams
Protein 6.4 grams 38.2 grams
Cook Time
120 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
150
g
Butter
softened
3
piece
Egg
free-range, lightly beaten
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
zest and juice
300
g
Bramley Apples
peeled, cored, cut into 2cm pieces

Steps

  • Butter a 1.2 litre pudding basin and line the base with baking paper.
  • Scatter 150g of blackberries into the bottom of the basin.
  • Beat butter, sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
  • Whisk in half the eggs, then half the flour, followed by the remaining eggs and flour.
  • Stir the apple pieces into the batter and spoon into the basin.
  • Cover with pleated parchment and foil, then tie securely with string.
  • Place basin on a trivet in a large pot and add boiling water three-quarters up the sides.
  • Steam for 90 to 120 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.
  • Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before inverting onto a plate.
  • Heat jam, remaining blackberries, and lemon juice for 6-8 minutes.
  • Strain the sauce through a sieve and adjust consistency with water if needed.
  • Spoon sauce over the pudding and serve.