As the weather cools down, we tend to turn to heartier food and dessert is no exception! For the ultimate comforting treat, you can’t go past a warm, decadent pudding. Here, we’ve pulled together a collection of our favourites, from quick individual puddings to gorgeous steamed puddings that are well worth the wait. You’ll also find rich self-saucing puddings and a croissant pudding cake for when you’re trying to impress. Cook up one (or all) of these delicious puddings that are sure to warm your heart and tummy.
Looking for more gooey desserts, self saucing puddings, rice puddings or bread and butter puddings?
Classic chocolate self-saucing pudding
Dig your spoon into this classic comforting dessert.
Jam roll pudding
The classic jam roll is a humble yet versatile cake. We have used it here to create a delicious pudding, perfect for cold winter evenings where special treats are mandatory.
Saucy caramel pudding
This recipe is also nut-free and gluten-free Note
Baked fig pudding
As the weather cools off, a luscious hot dessert really hits the spot. This baked pudding is simple and tasty – a fine old-fashioned treat.
Steamed jam pudding
When you tie the baking paper and foil with string, leave a long piece of string to allow for easy removal from the cooker. Note
Citrus rice pudding
You need to cook about ½ cup (100g) white medium-grain rice for this recipe. Note
Spanish caramel rice pudding
Italian arborio rice from supermarkets will hold its shape better than locally grown arborio. Canned caramel filling is found in the baking aisle in supermarkets. Any sweet sherry is fine, however one of the nicest is Pedro Ximénez, a sweet dark sherry with a rich raisin-y taste. Note
Golden syrup steamed pudding
Sweet, dense and oozing with sticky golden syrup, this gorgeous steamed pudding is perfect served warm with a dollop of cream or ice-cream for an indulgent weekend treat.
Ginger sticky date pudding
Adding ginger brings a hint of spicy heat to a classic sticky date pudding.
Caramel banana steamed pudding
Don’t be afraid of pressure.
Rhubarb and orange sponge pudding
A bright and fresh winter pudding.
Air fryer lemon curd and raspberry bread and butter pudding
The ideal mix of sweet and tangy!
Dark chocolate croissant pudding
This decadent bread and butter variation uses croissants and dark chocoalte for a truly indulgent treat.
Slow-cooked sago pudding
Sago and tapioca, while similar, are not the same and can’t be substituted for each other. Sago may be found labelled as `seed tapioca’ on some packets. It is available from most health-food stores and supermarkets. Note
Apple bread pudding
This humble sweet bread pudding is incredibly satisfying, easy to make and tastes heavenly served warm with a drizzle of fresh cream.
Chocolate & Irish cream croissant pudding
This rich, custardy bread and butter pudding is both light, thanks to the flaky croissants, and rich with chocolate and Irish cream. Serve with a dollop of cream or ice-cream.
Banana butterscotch self-saucing pudding
Nutty butterscotch and creamy bananas are a match made in heaven. Put them together in a pudding and you’ve got yourself culinary divinity.
Blueberry and lemon delicious pudding
Delicious bursts of blueberry create a delight to the senses.
Croissant custard pudding with strawberries
It’s important not to lift the lid during the cooking of the pudding, as the condensation runs down the side of the cooker and causes damp patches on the pudding. Note
Saucy chocolate and raspberry pudding
Instead of berries, you could use jarred morello cherries for a “black forest” surprise.
Jam and peach donut puddings
These sweet and sugary jam and peach donut puddings are the ultimate sweet treat for morning or afternoon tea! Easy to prepare and so delicious!
Blueberry pudding mug cake
When you need dessert, and fast.
Pumpkin spiced puddings
Unique, eye-catching and oh-so sweet, these little ice-cream-topped heirloom pumpkin puddings from make an unforgettable dessert. You will need to start this recipe a day ahead.
Rice pudding
There is something so comforting about this classic creamy dessert.
Chocolate and raspberry croissant pudding
True indulgence!
Sticky date pudding with boozy toffee sauce
Looking for something different to serve for dessert this Christmas?
Molten chocolate lava cakes
Oozing with chocolate goodness.
Bread and butter pudding
Comfort food at its best.
Gooey hot chocolate puddings
These adorable individual chocolate puddings are served hot to warm you from the inside.
Lemon delicious
All the bright flavours of lemon in a moist and fluffy pudding.
Berry and tamarillo croissant pudding cake
Serve this decadent winter dessert with lashings of whipped cream.
Sticky toffee date puddings
Sweet and sticky toffee date puddings – the ultimate dessert! With the perfect combination of flavour and texture, these puddings will have you screaming out for more!
Tiramisu self-saucing pudding
Pure genius!
Beetroot chocolate pudding
This healthy pudding uses beetroot to keep it moist and sweet.
Rose queen puddings
Rose petal jam is available from Middle-Eastern foodstores and delis. Note
Little chocolate and cherry puddings
If you’re dreaming of satisfying your craving for chocolate, why not try these delectable chocolate and cherry puddings. Serve them piping hot from the oven with a generous scoop of good quality vanilla ice-cream.
Mocha self-saucing pudding
With Kahlua and coffee in the sauce, this dessert is just for grown-ups!
Orange and pomegranate steamed puddings
These tangy steamed puddings are a delightful after dinner treat. They can also be made ahead and reheated. And they are suitable for diabetics.
Chocolate and dulce de leche puddings
These heavenly chocolate and dulce de leche puddings are the perfect way to end a meal! Sweet, rich, and easy to prepare – what more could you want!