Aartappel Poeding South Africa
Discover the comforting flavors of South Africa with Aartappel Poeding, a traditional potato pudding that combines simplicity with a hint of elegance. Made with grated potatoes, a blend of warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of bright lemon zest, this dessert delivers a unique balance of sweetness and earthiness. The rich batter, enhanced by creamy milk and melted butter, bakes to perfection, creating a golden crust with a luscious, custard-like interior. Perfect for sharing, this South African classic is ideal as a warm dessert served with custard or a dollop of whipped cream. Easy to prepare yet irresistibly satisfying, Aartappel Poeding brings a taste of authentic South African heritage to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 200 grams sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 250 milliliters milk
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 50 grams butter (melted, plus extra for greasing)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter and set aside.
Peel and grate the potatoes, then squeeze out any excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel. Set the grated potatoes aside in a mixing bowl.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale and frothy. Add the milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and melted butter, then whisk until smooth.
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold the grated potatoes into the batter, ensuring they are evenly incorporated.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown on top and set in the center.
Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a dessert on its own, or with a dollop of custard or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.4 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.3 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 692 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 1228 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 380.8 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 217.7 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 516 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2886 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
