Save our pudding! Are these homemade British comforts on the verge of extinction?
Traditional British puddings face a sticky end
- Classic British puddings, such as sticky toffee pudding and apple crumble, are at risk of disappearing within the next 50 years.
- Research by English Heritage indicates only two per cent of British households now make homemade puddings daily, with 62 per cent rarely or never preparing them.
- The decline is more pronounced among younger generations, with only 17 per cent of under 25s favouring classic hot puddings compared to 45 per cent of over 55s.
- This shift began in the 1970s as more women entered the workforce, leading to less time for traditional cooking and a preference for convenience.
- Despite efforts by English Heritage to revive interest in puddings, cold options like fresh fruit and ice cream have become significantly more popular desserts.