The original Hasty Pudding, or Indian Pudding, is probably the very first dessert ever made on New England shores by our European ancestors. Don’t listen to culinary historians when they note that Indian Pudding should be baked in order to be classic. This is entirely untrue!
This New England dessert was made in a “great kettle” over the fire. Eggs were not wasted in this pudding originally, and are not needed now. When eggs are added, then Indian Pudding should be baked, creating a firmer textured preparation.
This recipe is perfectly spiced as our Yankee ancestors prepared, but with a little cranberry-tartness added! By letting this hasty pudding chill in the refrigerator, the dried cranberries absorb the liquid, making them soft, tender and super flavorful.