Dish

Eve's Pudding

Eve's Pudding is made by layering sliced apples in a baking dish and topping them with a mixture of flour, sugar, butter, and eggs. The dish is then baked until the topping is golden brown and the apples are soft and tender. This dessert is best served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It is a perfect dessert for any time of year, but especially in the fall when apples are in season.

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Dessert› Pudding

Origins and history

Eve's Pudding has been a popular dessert in England since the 18th century. It is named after the biblical character Eve, who is said to have eaten the forbidden fruit from the tree of knowledge. The dish was originally made with suet instead of butter and was often served as a main course rather than a dessert. Over time, the recipe evolved to include a sweet sponge cake topping and became a popular dessert in its own right.

Dietary considerations

This dish is vegetarian and can be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend. It does contain dairy and eggs.

Variations

Variations of Eve's Pudding include adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the topping mixture, using different types of apples, or adding raisins or currants to the apple layer. Some recipes also call for a layer of jam or marmalade between the apples and the topping.