Tennessee Peach Pudding
A delightful dessert combining baked peaches with a comforting pudding-like base, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup hot water
Fruity Addition
- 2 cups sliced fresh or frozen peaches
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans Optional
Sweet Toppings
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Fold in the sliced peaches and chopped pecans if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Cooking
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, melted butter, and hot water. Stir over medium heat until the sugars dissolve.
- Gently pour the hot syrup over the batter without stirring it.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden and the edges are bubbling.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.