Baked Applesauce Pudding
A custardy baked pudding made with applesauce, eggs, butter, and warm spices, topped with cinnamon sugar. Simple, comforting, and ready in 45 minutes.
Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
Applesauce Pudding
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 pinch salt
Optional Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Make the Pudding
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Add applesauce, melted butter, and vanilla. Whisk to combine.
- Whisk in cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- If using the topping, mix 2 teaspoons sugar and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon together and sprinkle over the surface.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden and set. The center should be firm with a slight wobble.
- Serve warm, scooped into bowls. Top with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
- Not bread pudding: This is a baked custard, not a bread pudding. There is no bread in this recipe.
- Chunky applesauce: If using chunky applesauce, blend it smooth first for the best texture.
- Unsweetened applesauce: Use unsweetened to control the sweetness level. If using sweetened, reduce sugar to ¼ cup.
- Storage: Cover and refrigerate up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds per serving.
- Freezing: Portion and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.