Apple And Golden Syrup Pudding (Australia)

• FOR THE PUDDING
• 2 1/4 lbs granny smith apples, peeled, cored, quartered, sliced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/3 cup whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/3 cup golden syrup
• FOR THE SYRUP
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed (Yes, again)
• 1/3 cup golden syrup (also again)
• 1 1/4 cups boiling water
• FOR A GARNISH
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)

1. FOR THE PUDDING: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then butter the inside bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Place casserole dish on a baking tray.
2. Place apples in a medium, microwave-proof bowl, then sprinkle with sugar & water.
3. Cover & microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until tender, then cool in the bowl for 10 minutes.
4. Drain the apples & arrange them in the prepared casserold dish.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour & brown sugar.
6. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter & golden syrup, then add this mixture to the flour ixture & gently stir to combine.
7. Spoon mixture over apples & smooth the surface.
8. FOR THE SYRUP: Evenly sprinkle a second 1/3 cup of brown sugar over the pudding mixture.
9. In a heatproof container, combine the second 1/3 cup of golden syrup with the boiling water, then drizzle this mixture over the pudding.
10. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden & cooked through ~ If necessary, cover the pudding lightly with aluminum foil if/when the top is a deep golden.
11. FOR A GARNISH: When finished baking, set aside to cool for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar (if using) & serve with ice cream, if desired.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/apple-and-golden-syrup-pudding-australia-370927 (may not work)