Microwave Clootie Dumpling
Discover the convenience of a classic Scottish dessert with this Microwave Clootie Dumpling recipe—a modern twist on tradition that delivers all the hearty, spiced goodness in just minutes! Packed with the rich flavors of mixed dried fruit, warm cinnamon, and mixed spice, this quick and easy clootie dumpling swaps the time-consuming steaming process for a fuss-free microwave method. With a moist, pudding-like texture, each bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness from golden syrup and brown sugar, complemented by the buttery richness of suet or vegetable shortening. Ready in under 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dessert pairs beautifully with a drizzle of custard, a dollop of cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Perfect for busy cooks craving a taste of nostalgia, this microwave clootie dumpling is a must-try for an authentic yet effortless treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Self-raising flour
- 100 grams Breadcrumbs
- 250 grams Mixed dried fruit
- 100 grams Light brown sugar
- 100 grams Suet or grated vegetable shortening
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground mixed spice
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 large Egg
- 250 milliliters Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Golden syrup
Instructions
Grease a 1.5-liter microwave-safe pudding basin or deep bowl with butter or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, breadcrumbs, mixed dried fruit, light brown sugar, suet (or grated shortening), ground cinnamon, ground mixed spice, and baking powder. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl or jug, beat the egg. Stir in the milk and golden syrup until combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly to create a thick batter, ensuring all the dry ingredients are incorporated evenly.
Spoon the batter into the greased pudding basin and level the top with the back of a spoon.
Cover the basin loosely with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a suitable lid, leaving a small gap to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Microwave on high power for 6 minutes. The exact cooking time may vary depending on your microwave, so check for doneness by inserting a skewer or knife into the center; it should come out clean.
Carefully remove the basin from the microwave (it will be very hot). Let the clootie dumpling cool in the basin for 5 minutes before turning it out onto a serving plate.
Serve warm, sliced, with custard, cream, or ice cream for a traditional dessert experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.0 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 346 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 3953 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 576.7 g | 210% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.6 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 304.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.3 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2718 mg | 58% | |
*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.
