Classic Orange Steamed Sponge Pudding | Old-School British Dessert

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while self-rising flour can simplify the recipe.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar can be more affordable.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy alternative, and water can be used for a lighter version.

Grease a pudding basin with butter.

In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, then mix until just combined.

Stir in the milk, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Pour the batter into the prepared pudding basin.

Cover the basin with a piece of parchment paper and then foil, securing tightly.

Place the basin in a steamer over simmering water and steam for about 1 hour, or until a skewer comes out clean.

Carefully remove the basin from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes.

Invert the pudding onto a plate and serve warm with custard or cream.

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