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Hasty Pudding
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Hasty Pudding

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.8 (41 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Hasty Pudding offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 25g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 397 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Hasty Pudding offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Hasty Pudding to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Hasty Pudding, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 cup chopped nuts
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Grease a 9 inch square baking dish

Step 3: Technique & Execution

In a medium bowl, mix together brown sugar, boiling water, vanilla, and butter

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Pour into prepared baking dish

Step 5: Technique & Execution

In a clean bowl, mix together white sugar, flour, milk, baking powder, nuts, and raisins

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Drop by spoonfuls on top of the mixture in the baking dish

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories397 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein25gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates24gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat22gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Hasty Pudding

This chef-curated Hasty Pudding offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.8 from 41 votes
Hasty Pudding
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories20% DV
397 kcal
Protein50% DV
25g
Fat28% DV
22g
Carbs9% DV
24g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)

2

Technique & Execution: Grease a 9 inch square baking dish

3

Technique & Execution: In a medium bowl, mix together brown sugar, boiling water, vanilla, and butter

4

Technique & Execution: Pour into prepared baking dish

5

Technique & Execution: In a clean bowl, mix together white sugar, flour, milk, baking powder, nuts, and raisins

6

Technique & Execution: Drop by spoonfuls on top of the mixture in the baking dish

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store in a sealed container for up to 4 days.
  • Reheating: Transfer to a saucepan, add 2-3 tablespoons of liquid (water or milk), and heat on low while stirring.
  • Freezing: Portion into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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