
A historical dessert from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). Serve with sauce
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Core and peel eight apples, put in a dish
Fill the places from which the cores have been taken with sugar and a little grated nutmeg
Cover and bake
Beat the yolks of four eggs light, add two teacupfuls of flour, with three even teaspoonfuls of baking powder sifted with it, one pint of milk with a teaspoonful of salt
Then add the whites of the eggs well beaten
Pour over the apples and bake one hour in a moderate oven
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Baking the apples first ensures they soften completely before being encased in batter, preventing undercooked fruit. The baking powder creates a tender, cake-like structure that contrasts with the soft apples, while beating egg whites separately and folding them in last incorporates air bubbles that expand during baking, creating a light, soufflé-like texture. The sugar in the apple cores melts and caramelizes slightly, creating pockets of sweetness that perfume the surrounding batter.
The apples can be cored, peeled, and stuffed with sugar up to 4 hours ahead; cover with a damp towel and refrigerate. The batter should be made fresh and poured over the pre-baked apples immediately before the final baking to maintain the airiness from the beaten egg whites.
Store leftover pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The texture will become more dense and custard-like as it sits. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or serve cold with cream or custard sauce. This dessert is best enjoyed the day it's made.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
The apples can be cored, peeled, and stuffed with sugar up to 4 hours ahead; cover with a damp towel and refrigerate. The batter should be made fresh and poured over the pre-baked apples immediately before the final baking to maintain the airiness from the beaten egg whites.
Store leftover pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The texture will become more dense and custard-like as it sits. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or serve cold with cream or custard sauce. This dessert is best enjoyed the day it's made.