Sticky Fig Pudding With Butterscotch Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven and grease a pudding basin.
• STEP 2.In a saucepan, heat the figs, water, and sugar until the figs are soft.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• STEP 4.Add the fig mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
• STEP 5.Pour the batter into the greased pudding basin and cover with foil.
• STEP 6.Place the pudding basin in a larger pan filled with boiling water.
• STEP 7.Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the pudding is firm and cooked through.
• STEP 8.While the pudding is baking, prepare the butterscotch sauce by melting butter, brown sugar, and cream in a saucepan.
• STEP 9.Serve the sticky fig pudding warm, drizzled with the butterscotch sauce.
• STEP 10.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• STEP 11.To reheat, microwave individual portions for about 30 seconds or until warm.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to grease the pudding basin well to prevent sticking.
• You can use fresh or dried figs for this recipe, depending on availability.
• Serve the pudding with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, microwave individual portions for about 30 seconds or until warm.
• Serve the sticky fig pudding warm, drizzled with the butterscotch sauce.