Indian Pudding (Molasses Cornmeal Custard)

Name: Indian Pudding (Molasses Cornmeal Custard)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 3 cups whole milk; 3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal; 1/4 cup dark molasses; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Pinch of salt; 1 egg; Optional: 1/4 cup raisins; Optional topping: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:2h

A warm, custardy dessert made with cornmeal, molasses, and spices. This New England classic is slow-baked to develop its rich, comforting texture and deep, nostalgic flavour.

Updated at: Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:26:52 GMT