Traditional Jan Ellis pudding a South African favorite 🇿🇦

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate bar (chopped)

Dark chocolate offers health benefits and can be more affordable.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds can provide a similar crunch without allergens.

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Grease a baking dish with butter.

Cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.

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

Sift together flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.

Stir in vanilla extract and mix until smooth.

Fold in chocolate chips and nuts gently.

Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Serve warm with whipped cream on top.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens