Today, we’re taking outdoor cooking to the next level by baking a Sponge Top Pudding right on a Flare Outdoor Fireplace! Watch as we show you step-by-step how to get that perfect golden top, tender centre, and incredible wood-fired flavour.
Whether you love experimenting with desserts or want to wow your friends at your next backyard gathering, this recipe is a must-try!
Why Cook Dessert on an outdoor fireplace?
Cooking dessert on your Flare Outdoor Fireplace is all about fun, creativity, and flavour. It’s a way to enjoy your fire beyond grilling meat — and to gather friends or family around while making something special.
What you will need:
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Mixed berries
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Peach slices (canned or fresh)
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Your favourite sponge top pudding recipe (doubled for generous servings)
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Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Optional: ice cream for serving!
Baking on the outdoor fireplace
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Once your dessert mix is ready, spoon it into a cast-iron Dutch oven and set it on the fireplace coals. Start with the lid on to ensure it cooks evenly throughout.
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Use the embers to manage heat. If the fire is too hot, remove some embers to avoid burning the pudding.
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Rotate the pan occasionally to ensure even cooking. Keep an eye on the sponge; it should rise and cook without burning.
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Once the pudding is cooked through, carefully place hot embers on top of the lid to create a golden-brown finish.
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Watch closely, it should brown beautifully without burning.
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Once browned, remove from the fire and serve with ice cream!
The result is a rustic, restaurant-quality dessert that’s surprisingly simple to make and perfect for gathering friends and family around your fire.
Cooking desserts like sponge top pudding on your Flare Outdoor Fireplace is all about experimentation, patience, and enjoying the experience. Put down your phones, gather your crew, and create some culture around your outdoor fire.