How to Make Poor Man's Pudding - A Step-by-Step Guide

Poor Man's Pudding is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed by families for generations. This simple and comforting dessert is made with basic pantry ingredients and is a delicious way to use up stale bread. It's budget-friendly and easy to make, making it a popular choice for households looking for a sweet treat without breaking the bank.

This old-fashioned recipe is a great way to honor the tradition of making the most out of what you have. It's a reminder of simpler times when fr...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 ½ cups hot water
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pudding

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Whisk the flour and baking powder together in a small bowl.
  • Beat the white sugar, oil, and egg together in a bowl until smooth. Stir in the flour mixture alternately with the milk. Pour into a 9-inch square pan. Dissolve the brown sugar in the hot water, then pour stir in the melted butter. Drizzle the syrup over the pudding.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the pudding firms and becomes golden brown on top, about 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    340 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg
    • Sodium: 160mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 44g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 129mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 115mg