Old Fashioned Recipe: Classic Brown Sugar Pudding

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This is a classic old fashioned recipe straight from my great-grandmother’s recipe book! This delicious, sweet, brown sugar pudding will quickly become a favorite family dessert. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a few raspberries if you are feeling fancy.

There’s something magical about old fashioned dessert recipes passed down through generations. Some of my most cherished childhood memories are of visiting my great-grandmother’s house.

She was always in the kitchen, her apron dusted with flour, creating something delicious for her family. The kitchen windows would steam up from all her cooking and baking, and the whole house would fill with wonderful aromas that seemed to wrap you in a warm embrace the moment you stepped through the door.

Her love for cooking came straight from the land – she maintained a flourishing garden and orchard, taking pride in preparing meals from scratch using ingredients she had grown herself. Now that I’m an adult, I wish I could sit with her in that busy kitchen, learning from her wisdom not just about cooking, but about life.

There are so many questions I’d love to ask, so many stories I wish I could hear. But through recipes like this brown sugar pudding, her legacy lives on.

Tips for Making Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Pudding

For best results, understanding the following techniques is crucial. The syrup should be simmering hot when poured over the batter.

This creates the signature layered effect that makes this pudding special. Do not stir the mixture after pouring the syrup over the batter.

The magic happens during baking as the syrup sinks and the pudding rises. A deep baking dish is essential for this recipe to accommodate the syrup and allow proper rising of the pudding.

Ingredients:

For the Syrup:

• 6 cups water: Room temperature water works best
• 1/2 cup salted butter: Use good quality butter for best results
• 2 cups brown sugar: Provides the rich caramel flavor base

For the Pudding:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened: Allows for proper creaming with sugar
• 1 cup sugar: Regular granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg: Adds warm, classic spice flavor
• 2 teaspoons baking powder: Ensures proper rise
• 2 scant teaspoons baking soda: Works with the hot syrup for proper texture
• 1 cup milk: Whole milk preferred for richness
• 2 cups flour: All-purpose flour works perfectly
• 1 cup raisins: Adds natural sweetness and texture
• 1 cup chopped nuts: Provides crunch and depth of flavor

Tools:

• Deep baking dish
• Large saucepan
• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or mixer
• Greasing brush or paper

How to Make Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Pudding

Use these steps to make this simple old fashioned dessert recipe!

Prepare the Syrup:

1. In a large saucepan, combine water, salted butter, and brown sugar
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally

Make the Pudding Batter:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. Grease a deep baking dish
3. Cream together unsalted butter and sugar until well mixed
4. Add nutmeg, baking powder, and baking soda
5. Stir in milk
6. Gradually add flour, mixing until well combined
7. Fold in raisins and chopped nuts

Assembly and Baking:

1. Spread the pudding batter evenly in prepared baking dish
2. Carefully pour the hot syrup mixture over the top
3. Do not stir after adding the syrup
4. Bake for 45 minutes at 350°F

Storing Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Pudding

This old fashioned bread pudding keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Recipe Notes

• The syrup will sink during baking while the pudding rises. Ensure your baking dish is deep enough to prevent overflow.

• Allow to cool slightly before serving to let the layers set. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and fresh berries for the perfect combination of flavors and temperatures.

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Old Fashioned Recipe: Classic Brown Sugar Pudding

Yield: 12

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

This delicious old fashioned recipe comes straight from my great-grandmother's recipe book. This classic brown sugar pudding is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

• 6 cups water
• 1/2 cup salted butter
• 2 cups brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 scant teaspoons baking soda
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

Prepare the Syrup:

1. In a large saucepan, combine water, salted butter, and brown sugar
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally

Make the Pudding Batter:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. Grease a deep baking dish
3. Cream together unsalted butter and sugar until well mixed
4. Add nutmeg, baking powder, and baking soda
5. Stir in milk
6. Gradually add flour, mixing until well combined
7. Fold in raisins and chopped nuts

Assembly and Baking:

1. Spread the pudding batter evenly in prepared baking dish
2. Carefully pour the hot syrup mixture over the top
3. Do not stir after adding the syrup
4. Bake for 45 minutes at 350°F

Notes

• This pudding keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

• The syrup will sink during baking while the pudding rises. Ensure your baking dish is deep enough to prevent overflow.

• Allow to cool slightly before serving to let the layers set. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and fresh berries for the perfect combination of flavors and temperatures.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 456Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 377mgCarbohydrates: 75gFiber: 2gSugar: 55gProtein: 5g

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