Apple Toffee Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oven to 180C, 365F, gas mark 4.
2. 2
   Grease a 3 pint shallow (2-3 inches) ovenproof dish.
3. 3
   Mix flour, white sugar, salt and baking powder in a large bowl.
4. 4
   Beat egg and mix with milk and melted butter.
5. 5
   Stir into the dry ingredients until smooth.
6. 6
   Peel, quarter and core the apples, cut each quarter into 2 3 thick slices.
7. 7
   Lay the apples on the bottom of the dish and pour the batter over the top.
8. 8
   Add boiling water to the brown sugar, stir well and pour evenly over the pudding.
9. 9
   Bake for about 40 mins until the pudding is golden brown and springy to the touch.