Maxine's Date Pudding Recipe

Name: Maxine's Date Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (24 ounce) package pitted dates; 1 cup boiling water; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup flour; 1 cup sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup pecans, chopped; 2 ½ cups brown sugar; 3 cups water; 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cut dates in half.
3
Combine boiling water, butter and baking soda and pour over dates.
4
Let stand 15 minutes.
5
Add flour, sugar, salt and pecans.
6
Grease pan and put mixture into it.
7
For topping, combine melted butter, water and brown sugar.
8
Put half of topping over date mixture.
9
Cook for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
10
Remove from oven, and add the rest of the topping.
11
Bake for another 20 minutes.

1619

kcal

Calories

Fat

211

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (24 ounce) package pitted dates, 1 cup boiling water, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Maxine's Date Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Maxine's Date Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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