If you're looking to try a traditional Devon dessert that's a little different, Exeter Pudding is well worth discovering. While it may not be as well known as a Devon cream tea, this comforting pudding has been enjoyed in the county for generations.
Its exact origins are something of a mystery, and there are plenty of variations on the recipe. That's all part of its charm. Depending on family traditions and the ingredients to hand, you'll find different versions across Devon, making it an ideal recipe to adapt to your own tastes.
Exeter Pudding is something of an enigma even here in Devon! Nobody seems to have a definite answer on the origin of this dessert, and there are so many varieties. Happily, this means that this dessert may be tailored to your own preference and even the contents of your cupboard.
Ingredients (to serve 6)
Mix the breadcrumbs, flour, caster sugar and lemon zest together in a large bowl.Rub in the butter and clotted cream until evenly combined.
Serve warm with plenty of custard or a generous spoonful of Devon clotted cream.
As with many traditional recipes, there's plenty of room to make Exeter Pudding your own. Try different jams to vary the flavour, or experiment with seasonal preserves to create your own family favourite.
We hope you enjoy making your very own Exeter Pudding, and put your own stamp on it with the different variations it is renowned for!
