Classic steamed syrup sponge pudding made in an air fryer with golden syrup and custard. Comforting dessert ready in 50 minutes. Serves 2-3 people.

For this recipe, you'll need a small ½ litre heatproof pudding bowl and Sunbeam Multi Zone Steam Air Fryer.

You will need:

  • 60g golden syrup
  • 85g softened butter
  • 60g light brown soft sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 85g self-rising flour
  • 2 tbsp milk

To serve – custard and extra syrup


Let's make it:

Step 1:

Grease your pudding bowl with a little butter, add 30g syrup to the base.

Step 2:

Beat the remaining syrup, butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.

Step 3:

Whisk in 1 of the eggs, followed by half of the flour, finally whisk in the remaining egg, flour and the milk.

Step 4:

The batter should be smooth and of a “dropping” consistency.

Step 5:

Spoon the batter mix into the basin onto the syrup and smooth the surface.

Step 6:

Cover tightly with a piece of foil.

Step 7:

Remove the divider from the Multi Zone Steam Air Fryer and ensure the water tank is full.

Step 8:

Sit the pudding on the large black tray in the bottom rung position.

Step 9:

Select Steam for 30 minutes, allow to cook, then add a further 20 minutes.

Step 10:

Once the time has elapsed carefully remove the pudding and the foil.

Step 11:

Turn out onto a warmed plate. Delicious served with custard and a small jug of extra syrup.