If you’ve never tried Malva Pudding, you’re in for a treat. This traditional South African dessert is sweet, sticky, and soul-warming—a cross between a sponge cake and a rich toffee pudding. And just when you think it can’t get any better, we pour a warm Amarula cream sauce over the top. Yes, it’s as heavenly as it sounds.
Whether you’re serving it after a cozy dinner or as a holiday showstopper, this dessert will leave everyone asking for seconds (and the recipe).
What Makes Malva Pudding So Special?
- Spongy texture that soaks up the sauce like a dream
- A deep caramel flavor with hints of apricot
- The Amarula sauce adds a creamy, fruity liqueur kick
- Can be made ahead and reheated perfectly!
Ingredients
For the Malva Pudding:
- 1 cup (200g) sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp apricot jam
- 1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp vinegar (white or apple cider)
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
For the Amarula Cream Sauce:
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
- ¼ cup (60ml) milk
- ¼ cup (50g) sugar
- ¼ cup (60ml) Amarula liqueur
- 2 tbsp butter