Chomeur’s Pudding

Chomeur’s Pudding, also known as ‘Unemployed Person’s Pudding’, is a traditional Canadian dessert that originated during the Great Depression. It was named as such because the ingredients used were inexpensive and readily available, making it an affordable treat for those struggling financially.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chomeur’s Pudding

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Canadian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 cup Maple syrup
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 1.5 cup Boiling water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, alternating between the two, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
6. Pour the maple syrup into a 9x9-inch baking dish.
7. Spread the batter over the maple syrup.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and boiling water until the sugar has dissolved.
9. Pour the sugar-water mixture over the batter.
10. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
11. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
12. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.