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The Best Chocolate Malva Pudding Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: South African
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This luscious Chocolate Malva Pudding is a rich, moist, and fluffy dessert featuring a deep chocolate flavor enhanced by a silky chocolate sauce. Perfectly baked to a light springy texture, this South African-inspired pudding is an indulgent treat ideal for serving warm with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream.

Ingredients

Pudding

  • 200 grams (1 cup) white sugar
  • 1 large free-range egg
  • 140 grams (1 cup) aerated, scooped, and leveled flour
  • 6 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 50 grams melted Lurpak butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda/bicarb
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 250 milliliters (1 cup) milk

Chocolate Sauce

  • 250 milliliters (1 cup) cream
  • 100 grams Lurpak salted butter
  • 90 grams (1/3 cup) sugar
  • 100 grams good quality dark chocolate (such as Lindt 70%)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and butter a medium-sized ceramic oven dish about 20 cm in diameter to prevent sticking and provide even baking.
  2. Beat Egg and Sugar: Using an electric mixer, beat the egg and sugar on high speed for approximately 5 minutes until the mixture is pale, fluffy, and has increased in volume to create a light batter base.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda to ensure even distribution and to prevent lumps in the batter.
  4. Melt Butter and Add Vinegar: Melt the butter in the microwave, then stir in the white vinegar. Add this liquid mixture to the egg and sugar batter to introduce moisture and acidity which react with the baking soda.
  5. Incorporate Dry and Liquid Ingredients Alternately: With the mixer running, alternate adding portions of the dry flour and cocoa mixture with the milk. This helps maintain an airy batter and fully combines all elements smoothly.
  6. Transfer Batter to Dish: Pour the well-blended batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading gently to an even layer for uniform baking.
  7. Cover and Bake: Spray one side of a piece of foil with baking spray, cover the pudding loosely but securely, and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. The pudding is done when it has risen, springs back lightly when pressed, and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
  8. Prepare Chocolate Sauce: While the pudding bakes, place the cream, Lurpak salted butter, sugar, and dark chocolate into a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over simmering water. Stir continuously until the sugar is dissolved and the chocolate is fully melted into a smooth, warm sauce.
  9. Glaze the Pudding: Once the pudding is baked and removed from the oven, pour approximately three-quarters of the warm chocolate sauce over the top, allowing it to soak in and permeate the flavors. Reserve the remainder of the sauce to serve alongside.
  10. Serve: Serve the Chocolate Malva Pudding warm with vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream to balance the rich chocolate and create a decadent dessert experience.

Notes

  • Use good quality dark chocolate for the sauce to enhance the richness of the pudding.
  • Covering the pudding with foil while baking helps retain moisture and ensures the pudding remains soft and springy.
  • For best results, use free-range eggs and high-quality butter like Lurpak to deepen flavor and texture.
  • The vinegar reacts with baking soda to give the pudding its characteristic light and fluffy texture.
  • Serve immediately after glazing for the best taste and texture, or reheat gently and pour extra warm sauce before serving.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/the-best-chocolate-malva-pudding-recipe/