Summer pudding facts for kids
Summer pudding made with currants, in a bowl
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| Alternative names | Summer fruit pudding |
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| Type | Pudding |
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | United Kingdom |
| Main ingredients | Sliced white bread, fruit, sugar, fruit juice |
Summer pudding is a tasty British dessert. It's also called summer fruit pudding. This dessert is made by layering slices of white bread with lots of fresh fruit and fruit juice in a deep bowl.
After putting it all together, the pudding sits overnight. This lets the bread soak up all the delicious fruit juices. The next day, you flip it out onto a plate to serve!
What is Summer Pudding?
Summer pudding is a classic dessert that became very popular a long time ago. It was especially enjoyed from the late 1800s to the early 1900s.
The first time the name "Summer pudding" appeared in a book was in 1904. But, there were similar recipes even earlier! Some recipes from 1868 were called 'hydropathic pudding' or 'Malvern pudding'. They were made in the same way.
How to Make It
Making summer pudding is quite simple. It works best if the bread you use is a little bit old, or "stale". Stale bread is better because it soaks up the fruit juices more easily. This makes the pudding taste even better and gives it a nice texture.
You can enjoy summer pudding on its own. Many people also like to serve it with a dollop of fresh cream.
Fruits Used
Many different kinds of berries and fruits are perfect for summer pudding. The most common fruits used are:
Sometimes, people also add other fruits like:
See also
In Spanish: Budín de verano para niños
