“A rich, molten treat that balances deep cocoa flavours with a touch of heat and bursts of fresh, tart raspberries. You can choose to omit the chilli if you wish, but pairing chilli with chocolate enhances chocolate’s depth of flavour. The subtle heat in this dish complements the rich, sweet and bitter notes of the dark chocolate.” – Dominic Smith. You’ll need a 1.2L-capacity round baking dish for this recipe.
29 of our most decadent self-saucing puddings
When the temperature drops, nothing beats the ultimate comfort food: a warm, gooey, baked dessert. Our ultimate collection of the best self-saucing pudding recipes is exactly what you need for easy winter baking. From a classic, rich chocolate self-saucing pudding to zesty lemon, butterscotch, and sticky caramel variations, these incredibly easy desserts magically create their own luscious, bubbling sauce right in the oven. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight family dessert or a decadent weekend treat to share, our foolproof baked puddings guarantee maximum flavour with minimal effort. Grab your spoon and dive into the cosiest sweet treats of the season.
Bruleed limoncello delicious
“This boozy take on a lemon delicious is taken to another level with the bruleed sugary crunch on top. It adds a layer of caramelisation that enhances the lemon flavour even more.” – Tracey Pattison
Chocolate caramel self-saucing pudding
The complexities of chocolate are what make it one of life’s simplest pleasures, says Matt Preston.
Lemon and blueberry delicious
When cold weather hits, there’s nothing more comforting than a warm and fluffy pudding. In this easy recipe, the light sweetness from the blueberries and the bright, zesty citrus from the lemon perfectly blend with the softness of the sponge, creating a warming winter dessert that is both comforting and light. Served with silky cream and hot blueberries, this simple pudding is bound to be your new favourite. You’ll need a 1.9L round baking dish for this recipe.
Dark chocolate self-saucing pudding
Melted dark chocolate topped with cream. It doesn't get much better.
Lemon and poppy seed delicious pudding
This cosy citrus creation is the ultimate winter comfort treat.
Choc-fudge pudding with butterscotch sauce
A triple-threat of desserts, this simple chocolate fudge pudding oozes indulgence topped with a sweet, homemade butterscotch sauce. You’ll need to start this recipe 3 hours ahead, and you’ll need a 18cm x 26cm x 6cm-deep baking dish.
Fig and pecan self-saucing pudding
“Maple, fig and pecan come together in a super-simple, picture-perfect dessert to warm the coldest winter's night" - Dominic Smith. You'll need a 27cm x 3cm, 5-cup (1.25L) round baking dish or similar for this recipe.
Triple-choc self-saucing pudding with coffee cream
This pudding hits all the right notes. It's crunchy on the outside and super fudgy in the middle, with an irresistibly decadent sauce.
Classic lemon self-saucing pudding
Comforting, light, not too sweet and with a fresh lemon tang, this quick and easy dessert magically transforms in the oven, baking into a delicate, fluffy sponge that rests on a warm pool of zesty lemon sauce. Serve it straight from the dish with a generous dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate cosy treat.
Banana and caramel self-saucing pudding
Georgie Esdaile’s banana, caramel and malt self-saucing pudding is perfect for a quiet night in.
Matt Preston's self-saucing chocolate pudding
"When I arrived in Australia over 20 years ago, I was blown away with this country’s love of a good chocolate pudding, sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce and the rightfully venerated lemon delicious! That same self-sauciness blesses this pudding that’s based on a recipe found in a vintage cookbook from Victoria." – Matt Preston
Marmalade self-saucing puddings
These orange marmalade self-saucing puddings are an impressive way to finish off any meal, whether it's a dinner party with friends, or a cosy night at home with the family. You'll need 4 x 1 cup (250ml) ramekins for this recipe. Marmalade self-saucing puddings
Double-saucing butterscotch chocolate orange pudding
The luscious combination of chocolate and orange come together in a saucy dessert fit to finish off any dinner party. Or you could just lock yourself away with your biggest spoon. We won't tell a soul!
Yotam Ottolenghi’s sticky date and pecan pudding
This sticky date and pecan pudding is a decadent dessert that combines the best of both the classic sticky toffee pudding and a self-saucing pudding. Served fresh from the oven with a dollop of sour cream, this pudding delivers a delightful combination of sweet, salty and tangy flavours in every bite. You’ll need a 20cm x 26cm 1.5L-capacity baking dish for this recipe.