Red And Black Raspberry Pudding Cake
Description
This classic pudding cake is a delightful twist on traditional berry desserts, combining a soft, buttery cake batter with a luscious, jam-like raspberry topping. The magic happens during baking: the cake rises beneath a vibrant layer of red and black raspberries, lemon juice, and thickened syrup, creating a moist, sticky interface that is pure indulgence. Fresh black raspberries add a tart complexity to the sweet red berry syrup, while a hint of lemon brightens the overall flavor profile. Perfect for weekend brunches, tea parties, or as a comforting end to a summer dinner. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat.Directions
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Thaw the frozen red raspberries and drain them well, reserving exactly 1/3 cup of the syrup.
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Pick over the fresh black raspberries to remove any stems or debris.
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In a heavy saucepan, combine the 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch.
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Add the reserved raspberry syrup and lemon juice to the sugar mixture, stirring until well combined.
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Add the thawed red raspberries and fresh black raspberries to the saucepan.
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Bring the berry mixture to a boil over moderate heat, stirring constantly.
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Reduce heat and simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat and set aside.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9-inch square baking pan.
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In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth.
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Gradually add the second 1/2 cup of sugar to the butter, beating until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add the beaten egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in small batches, alternating with additions of milk.
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Beat the batter well after each addition until it is completely smooth.
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Spread the cake batter evenly into the prepared 9-inch square baking pan.
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Spoon the warm berry mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
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Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and continue baking for 20-25 minutes more, or until a tester inserted into the cake portion comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 195kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.2g5%
- Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
- Cholesterol 17.6mg6%
- Sodium 175mg8%
- Total Carbohydrate 41.5g14%
- Dietary Fiber 0.9g4%
- Sugars 35.4g
- Protein 1.4g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.