Incredible Caramel Pudding Cake is a super delicious dessert made with creme caramel. This Caramel Pudding Cake Recipe is a version of caramel flan, this dessert is soft and creamy it melts in your mouth! Try caramel custard pudding cake once and you will be making it often.
![Caramel Pudding Cake](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Untitled-31.jpg)
This dessert is a fusion of flan and cake. If you like flan, jelly and moist cake you will love this flan. It is made of three layers of texture and flavour. The top layer is caramel sauce jelly, the middle layer is silky-smooth custard pudding and the bottom layer is a spongy, airy fluffy and soft cake.
This Caramel Pudding Cake is perfect to end a meal. Sure your family and guests will be satisfied with this dessert.
With this easy recipe and the video tutorial, you will be able to make it in your kitchen. Please try and let me know how you like it!
Jump to:
- ⭐Why You'll Love This Caramel Pudding Cake Recipe
- 🧾Ingredients Needed & Substitutions
- 📖Variations of Caramel Pudding Cake
- 👩🏻🍳How to Make Caramel Pudding Cake
- 🔪Kitchen Tools Required
- ❄️How to Store, Freeze, Defrost and Serve
- 💭Tips for Making Caramel Pudding Cake
- ❓Frequently Asked Questions about How to Make Caramel Pudding Cake
- 🍮More Flan Recipes!
- 🎥Video
- 📖 Recipe
- 💬 Comments
⭐Why You'll Love This Caramel Pudding Cake Recipe
There is nothing better than homemade rich, creamy and spongy
Caramel Pudding Cake all year round!
There are so many reasons to love this amazing pudding and cake recipe:
- Uses Simple Ingredients: All the ingredients are basic pantry or fridge staples.
- Quick, Simple and Easy to Make: In a few simple steps, you will have the pudding done.
- Three Desserts in One: A jelly caramel sauce on top, creamy and silky flan in the middle with a rich spongy cake at the bottom.
- Incredible Flavour: It tastes better than flan and cake from the shop.
- Make in Advance: Make the pudding 1 or 2 days ahead of time. Keep it in the fridge until ready to serve and eat.
- Perfect Dessert or Treat: For all year round.
- Suitable for Any Occasion: Holidays, brunch, lunch, dinner, etc.
Don't miss this Easy Flan and Banana Pudding that is great for your next parties.
🧾Ingredients Needed & Substitutions
The ingredients for this flan or creme caramel pudding recipe are simple. Here is a list of everything you need:
Ingredients for the Caramel:
- Light Brown Sugar: For sweetness and for making a wonderful caramel sauce.
- Cold Water: It helps to dissolve and melt the sugar.
- Hot Water: To make the caramel sauce.
- Gelatin Sheets: To make the caramel sauce jelly.
For the Pudding:
- Eggs: Give the smooth silky creamy texture. The egg should be at room temperature.
- Water: It helps to incorporate all ingredients together. You can substitute some quantity the water for milk.
- Milk: It helps to incorporate all ingredients together and make the pudding or flan creamy.
- Whipping Cream: Add the creamy texture, body and flavour.
- Sugar: For sweetness.
For the Cake:
- Egg Whites: It helps to incorporate all ingredients together and make the cake airy fluffy and soft. The egg should be at room temperature.
- Cream of Tartar: Helps to stabilize the structure of the meringue.
- Sugar: For sweetness.
- Egg Yolks: It helps to incorporate all ingredients together and makes the cake soft. The egg should be at room temperature.
- Milk: It helps to keep the cake batter moist.
- Melted Butter: Incorporates the ingredients together.
- Flour: All purpose flour will work great in this recipe. You can use as well pastry flour or cake flour.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
📖Variations of Caramel Pudding Cake
Caramel Pudding Cake is an amazing, wonderful and delicious dessert but you can easily make a range of flavours by adding in other ingredients.
Here are a few ideas for a Caramel Pudding Cake variation:
- Add Spices: For extra flavour, you can add different spices like cardamon, ginger, cinnamon, vanilla, lemon extract, orange extract, etc.
- Add Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the overall flavour, making the custard and cake taste even more pronounced.
- Add Cocoa Powder: For extra flavour, add 2 tablespoon of cocoa powder to the custard.
- Add Instant Coffee: For extra flavour, add 2 tablespoon of instant coffee to the custard.
Get creative and make a Caramel Pudding Cake variation by adding and experimenting with different flavours, whatever you like. Get it your own twist!
👩🏻🍳How to Make Caramel Pudding Cake
This step by step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.
How to Make Caramel:
![How to make caramel for caramel pudding cake step 1: Pour the sugar and the cold water into a saucepan over medium heat. Leave the sugar to completely melt and dissolve it into a golden-brown syrup.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-1.jpg)
1: Pour the sugar and the cold water into a saucepan over medium heat. Leave the sugar to completely melt and dissolve it into a golden-brown syrup.
![How to make caramel for caramel pudding cake step 2: Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 5 minutes.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-2.jpg)
2: Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 5 minutes.
![How to make caramel for caramel pudding cake step 3: Add hot water, stir for 20 seconds and remove the syrup from the heat.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-3.jpg)
3: Add hot water, stir for 20 seconds and remove the syrup from the heat.
![How to make caramel for caramel pudding cake step 4: Remove the gelatin sheets from the water, add to the syrup and stir until the gelatin completely melts and dissolves into the syrup.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-4.jpg)
4: Remove the gelatin sheets from the water, add to the syrup and stir until the gelatin completely melts and dissolves into the syrup.
![How to make caramel for caramel pudding cake step 5: Pour the syrup onto a baking tin, let it cool down and then refrigerate for 30 minutes.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-5.jpg)
5: Pour the syrup onto a baking tin, let it cool down and then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
How to Make Flan:
![How to make flan step 1: In a large mixing bowl, add the eggs, sugar, milk, whipping cream and water. Whisk together until everything is thoroughly combined.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-7.jpg)
1: In a large mixing bowl, add the eggs, sugar, milk, whipping cream and water. Whisk together until everything is thoroughly combined.
![How to make flan step 2: Pour and sieve the custard mixture into the caramel-coated tin.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-6.jpg)
2: Pour and sieve the custard mixture into the caramel-coated tin.
How to Make the Cake:
![How to make the cake 1: In two large mixing bowls, separate two egg yolks and white.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-8.jpg)
1: In two large mixing bowls, separate two egg yolks and white.
![How to make the cake 2: Add milk, and melted butter over the egg yolks, whisk together and then sieve the cake flour and whisk again until everything is fully combined.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-9.jpg)
2: Add milk, and melted butter over the egg yolks, whisk together and then sieve the cake flour and whisk again until everything is fully combined.
![How to make the cake 3: Beat the egg whites on medium-low speed until foamy around 2 minutes, then add sugar and cream of tartar, increase the speed, and beat until they get a stiff peak around 4 minutes.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-10.jpg)
3: Beat the egg whites on medium-low speed until foamy around 2 minutes, then add sugar and cream of tartar, increase the speed, and beat until they get a stiff peak around 4 minutes.
![How to make the cake 4: Carefully fold the beaten whites into the cake mixture.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-11.jpg)
4: Carefully fold the beaten whites into the cake mixture.
![How to make the cake 5: Pour the cake mixture over the custard mixture.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-12.jpg)
5: Pour the cake mixture over the custard mixture.
![How to make the cake 6: Place the tin in a large baking tray, pour hot water and bake for 20 minutes @150c with the fan.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-13.jpg)
6: Place the tin in a large baking tray, pour hot water and bake for 20 minutes @150c with the fan.
![How to make the cake 7: Remove the tray from the oven, cover the top of the tin with aluminium foil and then bake for 30 minutes @140c with the fan.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-14.jpg)
7: Remove the tray from the oven, cover the top of the tin with aluminium foil and then bake for 30 minutes @140c with the fan.
![How to make the cake 8: Remove the tray from the oven, then lift the tin out of the water bath. Remove the aluminium foil and let it cool to room temperature.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-15.jpg)
8: Remove the tray from the oven, then lift the tin out of the water bath. Remove the aluminium foil and let it cool to room temperature.
![How to make the cake 9: Once it's cooled, refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-15.jpg)
9: Once it's cooled, refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
![How to make the cake 10: Place a platter on top of the flan, flip it over and carefully lift off the baking tin.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-16.jpg)
10: Place a platter on top of the flan, flip it over and carefully lift off the baking tin.
![Caramel Pudding Cake, how to make the cake 11: Slice the flan and serve.](https://vargasavourrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Caramel-Pudding-Cake-step-17.jpg)
11: Slice the flan and serve.
🔪Kitchen Tools Required
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Here is a list of kitchen utensils for making this Caramel Pudding Cake.
- Small saucepan.
- Small bowl.
- Silicone spatula.
- Baking pan.
- Big bowl.
- Whisk.
- Egg separator.
- Strainer.
- Hand mixer.
- Big baking pan.
- Kettle.
- Baking gloves.
- Knife.
- Jug.
❄️How to Store, Freeze, Defrost and Serve
Caramel Pudding Cake or Flan Cake is better to eat after refrigerating for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight and setting. If you have any leftover:
Storing: Store the flan in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Any leftover caramel can be stored in a glass jar at room temperature or in the fridge.
Freezing: Freeze the flan in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
Defrosting: Leave the flan at room temperature for a few hours and then refrigerate.
Serving: Let set the Flan for at least 4 hours in the fridge and serve it on a plate.
💭Tips for Making Caramel Pudding Cake
Here are some tips to help you make the best Caramel Pudding Cake:
Cook the Caramel to the Perfect Golden Brown Color: Light caramel will have no flavour and dark caramel will taste burned and bitter.
Cover the Bottom of Your Mold with Caramel: Coat the bottom of the mold with the caramel sauce jelly. Set it aside, let it cool down and harden.
Whisk Gently the Flan Mixture: To prevent too many bubbles.
Don't Overmix the Flan Mixture: Mix all ingredients until just combined and smooth. If you overmix, it will have too many bubbles.
Don't Overmix the Cake Mixture: Mix all ingredients until just combined and smooth. If you overmix, it will become runny and lose its fluffiness.
Strain the Custard: Use a strainer to get a smooth silky custard texture.
Use Boiled Water for a Water Bath: The water needs to be boiled for the water bath and reach at least halfway up the sides of the bundt mold.
Use an Oven Thermometer: To ensure your oven has the right temperature.
Don't Overcook the Flan: If you overcook the texture will be rubbery.
Cover the Top of the Mold with Aluminium Foil: To protect the cake from burning.
Let Cool the Flan Down Completely before Removing it from the Mold: The flan needs to cool down a room temperature and then refrigerate and set in the fridge for at least 4 hours before removing from the mold.
Unmolding the Flan: Remove the mold from the fridge, leave 30 minutes at room temperature and then place a plate on the top of the mold and flit it out of the mold.
Following these tips, you can make a delicious and amazing flan. Your family and friends will love it!
❓Frequently Asked Questions about How to Make Caramel Pudding Cake
Here are some commonly asked questions about making homemade Caramel Pudding Cake:
You will need to refrigerate the flan for at least 4 hours but the best is to leave the flan overnight.
Of course! You can make this Caramel Pudding Cake a few days in advance. Cool down the flan in the mold, cover and refrigerate until the day to serve it. Then remove it from the fridge, leave it a room temperature for 30 minutes and flip it out from the mold.
It is better to use a large roasting tray to hold perfectly the mold.
If you insert a toothpick in the center, it comes out clean.
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🎥Video
This video will show you the details and step-by-step instructions for making this Caramel Pudding Cake!
📖 Recipe
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Caramel Pudding Cake
Ingredients
For the Caramel
- 50 g light brown sugar
- 25 ml cold water
- 80 ml hot water
- 3 gelatin sheets
For the Pudding
- 4 eggs
- 50 ml water
- 180 ml milk
- 90 ml whipping cream
- 50 g sugar
For the Cake
- 2 egg whites
- 3 g cream of tartar
- 30 g sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 30 ml milk
- 30 g melted butter
- 30 g flour
Instructions
How to Make Caramel
- Pour the sugar and the cold water into a saucepan over medium heat. Leave the sugar to completely melt and dissolve it into a golden-brown syrup.
- Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 5 minutes.
- Add hot water, stir for 20 seconds and remove the syrup from the heat.
- Remove the gelatin sheets from the water, add to the syrup and stir until the gelatin completely melts and dissolves into the syrup.
- Pour the syrup onto a baking tin, let it cool down and then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
How to Make Flan
- In a large mixing bowl, add the eggs, sugar, milk, whipping cream and water. Whisk together until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Pour and sieve the custard mixture into the caramel-coated tin.
How to Make the Cake
- In two large mixing bowls, separate two egg yolks and white.
- Add milk, and melted butter over the egg yolks, whisk together and then sieve the cake flour and whisk again until everything is fully combined.
- Beat the egg whites on medium-low speed until foamy around 2 minutes, then add sugar and cream of tartar, increase the speed, and beat until they get a stiff peak around 4 minutes.
- Carefully fold the beaten whites into the cake mixture.
- Pour the cake mixture over the custard mixture.
- Place the tin in a large baking tray, pour hot water and bake for 20 minutes @150c with the fan.
- Remove the tray from the oven, cover the top of the tin with aluminium foil and then bake for 30 minutes @140c with the fan.
- Remove the tray from the oven, then lift the tin out of the water bath. Remove the aluminium foil and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once it's cooled, refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- Place a platter on top of the flan, flip it over and carefully lift off the baking tin.
- Slice the flan and serve.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
John
Absolutely delicious! The caramel sauce is incredible, and I loved how the cake soaked it up. The pudding layer adds a lovely creamy texture. Will be my go-to dessert from now on!