Slow Cooker Self-Saucing Ginger Spice Pudding Recipe

Introduction

This slow cooker self-saucing pudding is a warm, comforting dessert that effortlessly combines a spiced sponge with a luscious ginger sauce. Perfect for cozy evenings, it requires minimal prep and lets your slow cooker do all the work.

Ingredients

• 100g butter, melted, plus extra for the basin
• 125g caster sugar
• 100g light brown soft sugar
• 2 eggs
• 200ml milk
• 275g self-raising flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• 1½ tbsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• Double cream, to serve (optional)
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• 175g light brown soft sugar (for the sauce)
• 1 tbsp ground ginger (for the sauce)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the slow cooker on high for 20 minutes. Carefully rub the basin of your slow cooker with butter to prevent sticking.
2. Step 2: Prepare the sponge by combining the melted butter with both sugars, the eggs, and milk in a mixing bowl.
3. Step 3: Fold in the self-raising flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and cinnamon. Whisk gently to remove any lumps, then pour the batter into the buttered slow cooker basin.
4. Step 4: Mix the cornflour with 1 teaspoon of water to make a smooth paste; set aside.
5. Step 5: In a separate container, combine the light brown soft sugar and ground ginger for the sauce with 350ml of boiling water. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
6. Step 6: Stir the cornflour paste into the sugar mixture, then carefully pour this sauce over the batter in the slow cooker.
7. Step 7: Cook on high for 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes, depending on your slow cooker, until the sponge is set and firm to the touch.
8. Step 8: To serve, spoon the pudding into bowls and add a drizzle of double cream if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Use fresh ground ginger for a more intense flavor or substitute with crystallized ginger pieces folded into the batter.
• To vary the spice, add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves along with the cinnamon and ginger.
• If your slow cooker runs hot, check the pudding from 1 hour 15 minutes to avoid overcooking.
• Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for added texture.

Storage

Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove until warmed through. This pudding is best enjoyed fresh but still delicious when reheated.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this pudding without a slow cooker?

Yes, you can bake it in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for about 45–55 minutes using an ovenproof dish, adding the sauce as described and baking until the sponge is set.

What if I don’t have self-raising flour?

You can make your own by combining all-purpose flour with 2 teaspoons of baking powder per 275g of flour to substitute for self-raising flour.

Slow Cooker Self-Saucing Ginger Spice Pudding Recipe

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• Author: Ben
• Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins to 2 hrs 45 mins
• Yield: 6 servings 1x

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Description

A comforting slow cooker self-saucing ginger pudding with a soft, spiced sponge and a rich ginger sauce beneath. This easy-to-make dessert combines warm flavors of ground ginger and cinnamon, perfect for cozy evenings, and can be served with a drizzle of double cream for extra indulgence.

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Ingredients

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Sponge:

• 100g butter, melted, plus extra for greasing the basin
• 125g caster sugar
• 100g light brown soft sugar
• 2 eggs
• 200ml milk
• 275g self-raising flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• 1½ tbsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Sauce:

• 1 tbsp cornflour
• 175g light brown soft sugar
• 1 tbsp ground ginger
• 350ml boiling water

To serve (optional):

• Double cream

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Instructions

1. Prepare the slow cooker: Heat the slow cooker on high for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, generously butter the basin of your slow cooker to prevent sticking.
2. Make the sponge batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the caster sugar and 100g light brown soft sugar. Beat in the eggs and milk until smooth. Fold in the self-raising flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and cinnamon. Whisk gently if needed to remove any lumps.
3. Pour batter into slow cooker: Transfer the prepared sponge batter into the greased slow cooker basin, leveling the surface.
4. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornflour with 1 teaspoon of water to create a smooth paste and set aside. In a separate jug, combine the 175g light brown soft sugar and 1 tablespoon ground ginger with 350ml boiling water, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Stir in the cornflour paste to thicken the sauce slightly.
5. Add the sauce over batter: Carefully pour the ginger sauce evenly over the sponge batter in the slow cooker. Do not stir.
6. Cook the pudding: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on high for 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The cooking time varies depending on your slow cooker. The pudding is done when the sponge has set and feels firm to the touch.
7. Serve: Spoon portions of the ginger pudding into bowls, allowing some sauce to pour over. Optionally, serve with a drizzle of double cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

• Cooking times can vary significantly depending on the slow cooker model; check the pudding at 1 hour 30 minutes and adjust accordingly.
• Ensure the basin is well greased to prevent the pudding from sticking.
• For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives and serve with dairy-free cream.
• This pudding can also be prepared in advance and gently reheated in the slow cooker or microwave.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins to 2 hrs 30 mins
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: British

Keywords: slow cooker, self-saucing pudding, ginger pudding, dessert, slow cooker dessert, ginger, spiced dessert, easy slow cooker recipe