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    Apple Sponge Pudding

    Published: Jul 20, 2020 · Modified: May 11, 2025 by Lauren Matheson ·

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    This simple Apple Sponge Pudding is one of the easiest pudding recipes you will ever make!

    Overhead view of Apple Sponge Pudding with Ice Cream

    This recipe comes from my Great Nan and was a regular on our dining table when we were growing up.

    You will love:

    Simple ingredients – this recipe is made using pantry and fridge staples.

    Versatile – while I prefer to use Granny Smith Apples, these can be substituted with other varieties.

    Budget friendly – if you were to purchase all the ingredients needed to make this apple pudding, it would come under $10.

    Ingredients

    Please note you will find the full list of ingredients and their quantities in the recipe card below.

    To make my easy Apple Sponge Pudding, you will need: butter, caster sugar, one egg, cinnamon, self-raising flour and apples.

    I do find Granny Smith Apples the best for stewing, however, you can use other types of apples if you prefer. Please note they may not hold their shape as well once cooked.

    Apple Sponge Pudding Side View

    How to make an Apple Sponge Pudding

    Step 1. Stew the apples. I prefer to remove the skins before cooking.

    Step 2. Once the apples have cooked, mix the butter and sugar together until pale and creamy.

    Step 3. Add the remaining sponge ingredient and mix to combine.

    Step 4. Transfer the cooked apples to a 20cm round baking dish before topping with the sponge mixture.

    Step 5. Bake until the sponge is golden and serve immediately.

    Tips for Making this Apple Sponge Pudding:

    The caster sugar can be omitted when cooking the stewed apples if you wish.

    You can also make these puddings in individual dishes, the baking time will be less.

    This pudding can be made a day in advance, simply store it in the fridge and then cover with foil before re-heating in the oven.

    You can use tinned apples for this recipe, I suggest draining the excess juice/fluid before adding them to your baking dish.

    If your apples are on the small side, add an extra one.

    I do find Granny Smith Apples the best for stewing, however, you can use other types of apples if you prefer. Please note they may not hold their shape as well once cooked.

    More easy pudding recipes:

    • Easy Croissant Pudding
    • Sticky Date Pudding
    • Caramel Apple Pudding
    • White Chocolate and Raspberry Pudding
    • Steamed Christmas Pudding
    Side view of apple sponge pudding topped with ice cream sitting on a check towel.

    Apple Sponge Pudding

    Lauren
    This classic Apple Sponge Pudding recipe could not be easier to make! It requires just a few simple ingredients and will be a hit with your entire family! Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.
    4.77 from 17 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Australian
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 172 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 x 20cm round baking dish

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 tablespoons butter 40 grams – softened
    • 4 tablespoons caster sugar 60 grams
    • 1 egg
    • 6 tablespoons self raising flour 90 grams
    • pinch of salt

    For the Stewed Apples

    • 4 medium granny smith apples peeled, cored and chopped into quarters
    • 1 tablespoon of caster sugar
    • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 190 degrees and lightly grease a 20cm round oven proof dish.
    • Slice the apples into quarters and place them into a medium saucepan and fill with water until they are almost covered. Add a teaspoon of cinnamon and heaped tablespoon of caster sugar to the water. Cook over a medium heat for approximately 6 – 8 minutes or until the apples have softened.
    • Retain 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid before draining the rest and set aside until needed.
    • Place the softened butter, 4 tablespoons of caster sugar and the retained liquid from the apples into the bowl of an electric mixer and beat until well combined.
    • Add the egg and mix well to combine before adding the self raising flour and a pinch of salt.
    • Place the stewed apples over the base of the baking dish and spoon the cake mixture over the top.
    • Place the pudding into the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the cake has cooked through when tested with a skewer.
    • Carefully remove the pudding from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.

    Thermomix Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 190 degrees and lightly grease a 20cm round oven proof dish.
    • Add 200 grams of water to your Thermomix bowl and add the apple quarters, cinnamon and caster sugar. Cook for 10 minutes, varoma temperature, speed 1 on REVERSE.
    • Retain 2 tablespoons (40 grams) of the cooking liquid before draining the rest and set aside until needed. I find it easiest to pour the apples in the basket and let the fluid drain.
    • Place the softened butter, caster sugar and the retained liquid from the apples into the Thermomix bowl and mix for 10 seconds, speed 4.
    • Add the egg, self raising flour and a pinch of salt and mix for 10 seconds, speed 3 to combine.
    • Scrape down the sides of your Thermomix bowl and mix for a further 5 seconds, speed 4 to combine.
    • Place the stewed apples over the base of the baking dish and spoon the cake mixture over the top.
    • Place the pudding into the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the cake has cooked through when tested with a skewer.
    • Carefully remove the pudding from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.

    Notes

    The caster sugar can be omitted when cooking the stewed apples if you wish.
    You can also make these puddings in individual dishes, the baking time will be less.
    This pudding can be made a day in advance, simply store it in the fridge and then cover with foil before re-heating in the oven.
    You can use tinned apples for this recipe, I suggest draining the excess juice/fluid before adding them to your baking dish.
    If your apples are on the small side, add an extra one.
    I do find Granny Smith Apples the best for stewing, however, you can use other types of apples if you prefer. Please note they may not hold their shape as well once cooked.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0gCalories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 42mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 223IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 0.4mg
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    1. Jodee Schumacher

      May 24, 2022 at 2:59 pm

      I made your apple sponge pudding the other night and it was a awesome.
      I have an whole pineapple to use. Do you think I could use the pineapple in the same way as apples?

      Reply
    2. Madeleine Fuchs

      November 17, 2019 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      Thank you. I doubled the recipe and it came out delicious. I used boiling water from the cooking apples to make the cake. It was great to eat warm out of the oven on our first cool day of the winter.

      Reply
    3. Pauline

      February 09, 2017 at 1:55 am

      Very happy they look good, (have not tasted yet)
      But i only had enough mixture for two ramekins!
      My ramekins are 8 ounces/ 1 cup in size

      Thanks
      Pauline

      Reply
    4. Pauline

      February 04, 2017 at 2:17 am

      Looking forward to making this pudding.
      I live in France and we have all purpose flour, will this work?

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 05, 2017 at 7:49 am

        Hi Pauline, All purpose flour will be fine, you will just need to add a teaspoon of baking powder 🙂

        Reply
        • Pauline

          February 08, 2017 at 9:55 pm

          Thank you. Also can I make ahead, reheat? Or hot custard is enough to warm the pudding?

    5. Laura

      December 16, 2016 at 12:22 am

      Are your tablespoon measurements for 15ml or 20ml? I really want to make this recipe for dessert at Christmas.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        December 16, 2016 at 5:44 am

        Hi Laura, the tablespoons I use are 20ml 🙂 Merry Christmas!

        Reply
    6. Linda

      August 09, 2015 at 6:07 pm

      5 stars
      Wonderful website! Am making your Apple Sponge Pudding right now!

      Reply
    7. Dannielle@Zamamabakes

      June 26, 2015 at 9:44 pm

      I love classics.
      What fun childhood memories, don’t you just love how food can do that?!
      Apple, sponge and custard are such a delicious, comforting combination.
      Happy FFF’s lovely lady xx

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 02, 2015 at 9:10 pm

        I sure do, it’s one of my favourite parts of baking – after the taste testing of course!

        Reply
    8. Jessica @ Sweetest Menu

      June 24, 2015 at 8:07 am

      Oooh I love any dessert with custard, this looks yum!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 02, 2015 at 9:09 pm

        Thanks Jess!

        Reply
    9. Sammie @ The Annoyed Thyroid

      June 24, 2015 at 8:07 am

      Oh yum! And just look at the golden custard! This is an oldie but a goodie!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 02, 2015 at 9:08 pm

        Custard makes everything better I think 🙂

        Reply
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