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Bakewell Pudding

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Bakewell Pudding

Description

A buttery mixture, flavoured with ground almonds and baked in a light flaky pastry case, is the basis of this traditional Derbyshire recipe, sometimes known as Bakewell tart, the origin of which is secret to this day.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :15 Min

Cook Time : 30 Min

Total Time : 45 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 6
  • 8 puff pastry
  • 4tablespoons raspberry jam or 4 tablespoons strawberry jam
  • 1⁄4 lb ground almonds
  • 1⁄4 caster sugar
  • 2 butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon almond extract

Directions

  • Pre-heat oven to 200°C/ 400°F/ Gas Mark 6.
  • Roll out the pastry on a floured surface and use to line a 900 ml (30 fluid ounces) shallow pie dish.
  • Knock up the edge of the pastry with the back of a knife.
  • Mark the rim with the prongs of a fork.
  • Brush the jam over the base; chill in the refrigerator while making the filling.
  • Beat the almonds with the sugar, butter, eggs and almond extract.
  • Pour the filling over the jam and spread it evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until the filling is set.
  • Serve warm or cold with fresh cream or custard.
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