
Vanilla Steamed Pudding
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
A comforting dessert with a delicate vanilla flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 gsugar
- 50 gmilk powder
- 5 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 4 nulleggs
- 2 mlpure vanilla extract
- 1 gvanilla bean paste
- 400 mlwater
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the steamer basket and water to a boil. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, milk powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a hand mixer to ensure smooth whisking.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk the butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one by one, whisking until well combined.
Tip: Beat the eggs until they become light and fluffy, this helps to create a smooth pudding.
- 3
Combine the vanilla extract and vanilla bean paste in a small bowl and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Use a high-quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and whisk until combined.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter, stop once all the ingredients are combined.
- 5
Gradually pour in the water while whisking the batter, until it reaches a smooth consistency.
Tip: Add the water slowly to avoid lumps in the pudding.
- 6
Pour the batter into the steamer basket and cover with a clean towel.
Tip: Make sure to cover the pudding to allow even cooking.
- 7
Steam the pudding for 25 minutes, then remove the towel and steam for another 5 minutes.
Tip: Check the pudding after 20 minutes, if it's not cooked to your liking, steam for a few more minutes.
- 8
Serve the pudding warm, garnished with a sprinkle of sugar or a few dried fruit slices.
Tip: You can also refrigerate the pudding and serve it chilled, this is a great dessert for hot summer days.
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