Cracker Pudding, A Skipjack Recipe

This Cracker Pudding is a cherished classic from the Chesapeake Bay skipjack tradition, transforming simple soda crackers into a rich, custard-like dessert. The crackers are soaked until soft, then blended with eggs, sugar, vanilla, and milk to create a smooth, comforting mixture. It bakes into a dense, moist treat that tastes like a cross between bread pudding and flan. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a sweet ending to a seafood meal, this recipe captures the essence of rustic American home cooking. It&# 226;ÂÂs an economical way to use pantry staples and offers a unique texture and flavor profile that feels both old-fashioned and satisfying. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of syrup.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 3435.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This Cracker Pudding is a cherished classic from the Chesapeake Bay skipjack tradition, transforming simple soda crackers into a rich, custard-like dessert. The crackers are soaked until soft, then blended with eggs, sugar, vanilla, and milk to create a smooth, comforting mixture. It bakes into a dense, moist treat that tastes like a cross between bread pudding and flan. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a sweet ending to a seafood meal, this recipe captures the essence of rustic American home cooking. It&# 226;ÂÂs an economical way to use pantry staples and offers a unique texture and flavor profile that feels both old-fashioned and satisfying. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of syrup.

Ingredients

30 Unsalted Soda crackers
1 cup Water
2 Eggs, beaten

Directions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2
Place the 30 soda crackers in a large mixing bowl.
3
Pour 1 cup of water over the crackers and let them soak for about 10-15 minutes until they are completely soft and broken down.
4
In a separate small bowl, beat the 2 eggs.
5
Add the beaten eggs, 2 cups of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the softened crackers.
6
Stir the mixture vigorously until it is smooth and uniform in consistency.
7
Pour in 1 can (13 ounces) of evaporated milk and continue stirring until fully combined. The mixture will be quite thin, which is correct.
8
Melt 1/4 cup of butter and pour it into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
9
Pour the cracker mixture over the melted butter in the baking dish.
10
Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the top is set and lightly golden brown.
11
Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3435.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 150.0g231%
Saturated Fat 30.0g150%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 6105.0mg255%
Total Carbohydrate 442.5g148%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g72%
Sugars 24.8g
Protein 63.8g128%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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