Apple and Golden Syrup Pudding (Australia)

Ingredients

FOR THE PUDDING

• 2 1/4 lbs granny smith apples, peeled, cored, quartered, sliced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/3 cup whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/3 cup golden syrup

FOR THE SYRUP

• 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed (Yes, again)
• 1/3 cup golden syrup (also again)
• 1 1/4 cups boiling water

FOR A GARNISH

• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   FOR THE PUDDING: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then butter the inside bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Place casserole dish on a baking tray.

2. 2

   Place apples in a medium, microwave-proof bowl, then sprinkle with sugar & water.

3. 3

   Cover & microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until tender, then cool in the bowl for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain the apples & arrange them in the prepared casserold dish.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour & brown sugar.

6. 6

   In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter & golden syrup, then add this mixture to the flour ixture & gently stir to combine.

7. 7

   Spoon mixture over apples & smooth the surface.

8. 8

   FOR THE SYRUP: Evenly sprinkle a second 1/3 cup of brown sugar over the pudding mixture.

9. 9

   In a heatproof container, combine the second 1/3 cup of golden syrup with the boiling water, then drizzle this mixture over the pudding.

10. 10

    Bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden & cooked through ~ If necessary, cover the pudding lightly with aluminum foil if/when the top is a deep golden.

11. 11

    FOR A GARNISH: When finished baking, set aside to cool for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar (if using) & serve with ice cream, if desired.