Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Butterscotch Self-Saucing Pudding—a comforting dessert that creates its own luscious sauce while baking. Perfectly balanced with velvety butterscotch flavors, this dessert combines a soft, golden sponge with an irresistibly gooey caramel-like sauce that pools at the bottom. Made with pantry staples like brown sugar, golden syrup, and a touch of vanilla, this pudding comes together quickly in just 15 minutes of prep time. The magic happens during baking, where a layer of boiling water transforms into the indulgent sauce beneath the cake. Serve this crowd-pleasing dessert warm, paired with creamy vanilla ice cream or fluffy whipped cream, for a show-stopping sweet treat after dinner. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 1.5-liter baking dish.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or the microwave. Let it cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Whisk until well blended.
Sift the self-raising flour and salt into the wet ingredients. Stir gently until a smooth batter forms.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spoon or spatula.
To make the sauce, sprinkle the second measurement of brown sugar (120 g) evenly over the batter.
Drizzle the golden syrup over the top of the mixture.
Carefully pour the boiling water over the back of a spoon onto the batter. This ensures the water spreads gently without disturbing the batter.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the pudding has risen.
Allow the pudding to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, as the sauce will thicken slightly during this time.
Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
Calories |
2211 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.0 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1955 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 419.8 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 303.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 763 mg | 16% | |
*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.