Steamed Date Pudding in a Slow Cooker

Steamed date pudding is a truly rich and nutty delight, and easy to make in a slow cooker.

Dates, walnuts, and cinnamon – what better combination could there be for a classic steamed date pudding? 🍮

I’ve made this recipe a bunch of times because it’s absolutely delicious, and the refinements I’ve made over the years have led to a slow cooker recipe I’m very proud of.

The rich, nutty flavour of dates and walnuts, combined with the warmth of cinnamon, makes for a truly comforting dessert. Combine that with the sheer convenience of slow cooking!

The great thing about steamed date pudding is its versatility – you can serve with cream, ice cream, or custard for a delightful dessert.

Makes 6 to 8 servings regular servings, or 1 huge serving just for yourself.

Steamed Date Pudding in a Slow Cooker

Recipe by Linda D'AngeloDifficulty: Moderate

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

5

hours 

Ingredients

• 1 ¾ cups flour

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• 1 cup finely chopped dates

• 1 cup chopped walnuts

• 2/3 cup butter or margarine

• 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

• 2 eggs

• 2/3 cup evaporated milk

• 1/3 cup water

Cooking steps

• Mix 1 ½ cups flour with baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
• Coat dates and walnuts with the remaining ¼ cup flour.
• Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
• Combine milk and water; alternately add with dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
• Add the date-nut mixture and mix until well blended.
• Turn into a greased and floured steam pudding pan or 2-pound coffee can, and cover with 4-6 layers of paper towels.
• Set the pan/can in the slow cooker and pour 1 ½ cups boiling water around it.
• Cover and cook on High for 2-4 hours.
• Unmould and serve with cream, ice cream, or custard.