Steamed Apple-Date Pudding Recipe

Name: Steamed Apple-Date Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. pkg. pitted dates; 1/2 c. cranberry juice cocktail or apple cider; 3/4 c. sugar; 1/2 c. butter, softened; 4 eggs; 2 c. all-purpose flour; 2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. ground cloves; 1 large cooking apple, peeled; 3/4 c. walnuts, chopped; Custard Sauce; red and green candied cherries

Servings: persons

8 oz. pkg. pitted dates
1/2 c. cranberry juice cocktail or apple cider
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter, softened
4 eggs
2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1 large cooking apple, peeled
3/4 c. walnuts, chopped
Custard Sauce
red and green candied cherries

1
Peel and coarsely chop cooking apple.
2
Heavily grease deep 2 1/2-quart heat safe bowl.
3
Cut foil 1 inch larger than top of bowl to use as cover.
4
Grease 1 side of foil well; set aside.
5
In blender at medium speed, blend dates and cranberry juice cocktail until smooth; set aside.
6
In large bowl, with mixer at low speed, beat sugar and butter just until blended.
7
Increase speed to high and beat until light and fluffy.
8
Add eggs and next 5 ingredients, and date mixture; beat at low speed until well blended.
9
Increase speed to medium and beat 1 minute, scraping bowl.
10
With rubber spatula gently fold in chopped apple and walnuts.
11
Spoon mixture into prepared bowl and cover with foil, greased side down, tie tightly with string.

1296

kcal

Calories

Fat

153

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz. pkg. pitted dates, 1/2 c. cranberry juice cocktail or apple cider, 3/4 c. sugar, 1/2 c. butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Steamed Apple-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!

Steamed Apple-Date Pudding

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Variations & substitutions

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