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Nutritional Values
450kcal
5gProtein
60gCarbs
22gFat
1gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Malva Pudding
How to order / say it
Say it
Malva Poeding — [MAHL-vah PO-deeng]
Order
I'd like the malva pudding, please.
Locally
Ek wil graag die malva poeding hê, asseblief.
Say locally
A sweet and sticky baked dessert with apricot flavor.
Why try it?
Malva Pudding is an iconic South African dessert, often served at gatherings and festive occasions. Its rich, fruity taste is deeply comforting, capturing the blend of Dutch and local influences that define Cape Town's culinary heritage.
How it tastes
Malva Pudding is incredibly moist and sweet with a syrupy texture, enhanced by a hint of apricot jam. When served warm, it offers a cozy vanilla and caramel aroma, accompanied by a luscious, creamy sauce.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Malva Pudding's roots trace back to Dutch settlers in the 19th century. The dish evolved in Cape Town kitchens, becoming a staple for Sunday dinners and celebratory meals. Its sweetness and simplicity made it a timeless favorite.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🍯 150 g sugar
- 🥚 2 eggs
- 🍯 30 g apricot jam
- 🌾 150 g flour
- 🧂 5 g baking soda
- 🥛 250 ml milk
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 30 ml vinegar
- 🍯 5 ml vanilla extract
- 🥛 200 ml cream
Method
- 1 Cream butter and sugar; add eggs and jam.
- 2 Mix in dry ingredients and milk, combining well.
- 3 Pour mixture into a greased baking dish.
- 4 Bake until golden, then drizzle with a cream sauce.
- 5 Serve warm with additional cream on the side.
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