This easy cherry pudding is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that requires minimal effort for maximum reward. The magic happens in the pan as the dry ingredients and milk create a soft, cake-like layer that floats atop the melted margarine and sweet cherry syrup. It’s incredibly moist, with bursts of tart-sweet cherry flavor in every bite. Perfect for casual weeknight treats or potluck gatherings, this recipe uses simple pantry staples and canned fruit for consistent results. Serve it warm for a cozy experience or chilled for a refreshing summer dessert. ItâÂÂs a nostalgic favorite that brings home-style comfort to any table.
Easy Cherry Pudding
Description
This easy cherry pudding is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that requires minimal effort for maximum reward. The magic happens in the pan as the dry ingredients and milk create a soft, cake-like layer that floats atop the melted margarine and sweet cherry syrup. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly moist, with bursts of tart-sweet cherry flavor in every bite. Perfect for casual weeknight treats or potluck gatherings, this recipe uses simple pantry staples and canned fruit for consistent results. Serve it warm for a cozy experience or chilled for a refreshing summer dessert. ItâÂÂs a nostalgic favorite that brings home-style comfort to any table.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Melt the margarine and pour it into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan.
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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, and milk or water until smooth.
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Pour the batter mixture evenly over the melted margarine in the pan; do not stir.
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Open the can of pitted cherries and pour them, including the syrup, over the batter; do not stir.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar evenly over the top of the cherries.
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Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean.
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Let cool slightly in the pan before serving warm or cold.
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Optional: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra richness.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 15.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4200.0mg175%
- Total Carbohydrate 8.1g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.