Vegan Malva Pudding – A Delectable South African Dessert for a Special Occasion

Allergens

Soy, Gluten

Ingredients

• 1 cup soy milk
• 1/2 cup sunflower oil
• 2 cups all
• purpose flour
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
• 1/4 cup apricot jam
• 2 cups hot water
• 1/2 cup vegan butter
• 1 cup vegan custard powder
• 2 cups boiling water
• 2 cups coconut cream

Instructions

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the soy milk and sunflower oil. Gradually add in the flour, white sugar, brown sugar, custard powder, and bicarbonate of soda, stirring until well combined. Add apple cider vinegar and mix. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. In the meantime, prepare the syrup by melting vegan butter in a saucepan, adding brown sugar, and stirring until dissolved. Stir in hot water and bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Once the pudding is done, immediately pour the warm syrup over it. Let the pudding sit for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a serving plate.

Chef’s Insight

This recipe creates a luxurious mouthfeel and aroma due to the combination of sweet and tangy flavors, making it perfect for special occasions.

Notes

For a fluffier texture, replace the hot water with vegan whipped cream in the syrup.