Best 6 Ozark Pudding Cake Recipes

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Ozark pudding cake, also known as poor man's pudding cake, is a classic dessert with a long history in the Ozark Mountains region of the United States. This unique cake is made with a simple combination of pantry staples and features a moist, pudding-like center and a golden, crispy top. The origins of Ozark pudding cake can be traced back to the early settlers of the Ozark Mountains, who used whatever ingredients they had on hand to create delicious and comforting meals. Over time, this cake became a beloved tradition in the region and has since spread to other parts of the country, gaining popularidad for its ease of preparation and its irresistible combination of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

OZARK PUDDING



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Old Fashioned Recipe!

Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons butter (softened)
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups peeled and chopped apples (I use 2 medium sized Gala apples)
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Cream butter, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla with a mixer. In another bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.
  • Add to creamed mixture and mix until all ingredients are wet. Fold in chopped apples with a spoon. Spray a 9 inch deep dish pie plate with cooking spray.
  • Pour in batter and sprinkle chopped nuts on top. (You can fold nuts into batter if you want) Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes testing center to see if done. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream on top while warm from the oven.

OLD-FASHIONED OZARK PUDDING



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This old-fashioned Ozark pudding is a cake-like pudding made with apples and pecans for flavor. This version is made with brown sugar.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup pecans or walnuts (chopped)
1 cup apples (finely chopped peeled)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  • Generously butter a 10-inch pie plate.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl with an electric mixer , beat the eggs and sugar together until creamy. Stir in the sifted dry ingredients, blending thoroughly. Stir in the vanilla, chopped nuts, and chopped apples.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared pie plate and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Sprinkle more nuts over the top, if desired, and serve warm or cold with ice cream or sweetened whipped cream .
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 279 mg, Sugar 24 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

OZARK PUDDING CAKE



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The homey dessert uses kitchen staples to create a comforting, but simple treat, with a meringue cookie-like topping and a apple-nut bottom. There are different versions of the recipe, but one of the most famous is this one from Bess Truman, the wife of President Harry Truman. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 egg
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped peeled apple
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. , In a small bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat egg and sugar until thick and lemon-colored. Stir in vanilla, then flour mixture. Fold in apple and walnuts., Transfer to prepared pie plate. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. (Cake will puff up, then fall when removed from oven.) With a knife, loosen sides from pie plate while still warm., Serve warm. If desired, top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts :

OZARK PUDDING



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Provided by Sheri Castle

Categories     Cake     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Apple     Tree Nut     Pecan     Potluck     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tart cooking apple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
1 cup pecan pieces
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Lightly sweetened whipped cream, for serving

Steps:

  • 1 Preheat the oven to 325°F. Butter a 9-inch square baking dish.
  • 2 Whisk together the flour and baking powder in a small bowl. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and salt until blended and frothy. While whisking vigorously, slowly add the sugar and whisk until thick. Stir in the apples, pecans, and vanilla. Stir in the flour mixture, stirring well to incorporate the dry ingredients.
  • 3 Scrape the batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top. Bake until the top crust is browned and the filling is bubbly around the edges, about 40 minutes. Let cool at least 10 minutes before serving hot or at room temperature with the whipped cream.

OZARK BAKELESS PUDDING (1953)



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This is one of a number of historical recipes I am posting from my cookbook collection. It is adapted from the 1953 edition of Adventures in Good Cooking, by traveling salesman and food critic Duncan Hines, and featuring recipes collected from around the USA. This recipe is from Hotel Taneycomo in Rockaway Beach, Missouri. If the use of raw eggs concerns you, use pasteurized eggs. The can size is a guess; the recipe specifies only a "small" can. Peaches may be substituted for the pineapple. Cooking time is chilling time.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Dessert

Time 12h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup chopped nuts
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
8 ounces graham crackers, crushed, divided
whipped cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Beat butter and sugar together until light and creamy.
  • Stir in eggs, nuts and pineapple.
  • Line a dish with a thick layer of crushed graham crackers.
  • Top with pineapple mixture.
  • Spread remaining crackers on top.
  • Refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  • Top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 102.7, Sodium 492.8, Carbohydrate 74.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 51.6, Protein 9

OZARK PUDDING



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Make and share this Ozark Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Petunia

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 6-9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups apples, cored,peeled and chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, sugar and vanilla, mixing until light and fluffy.
  • Add the flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Mix well.
  • Fold in the apples, and nuts.
  • Grease a 9x9 baking dish.
  • Pour into dish and bake for approximately 30 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.1, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 254.1, Carbohydrate 38.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 29.8, Protein 4.4

Tips:

  • Use a 9x13 inch baking dish to ensure the cake bakes evenly and has the right consistency.
  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before creaming it with the sugar. This will help create a smooth, fluffy batter.
  • Gradually add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder together before adding them to the batter. This will help aerate the flour and make the cake light and fluffy.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • While the cake is baking, make the pudding mixture. Follow the instructions on the package, adding the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  • Once the cake is done baking, let it cool slightly before pouring the pudding mixture over the top. Spread the pudding evenly over the cake and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Conclusion:

Ozark pudding cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist chocolate cake and creamy vanilla pudding topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give Ozark pudding cake a try – you won't be disappointed!

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