Treacle pudding defies baking law. The name itself is a misnomer in the U.S.; it’s more of a cake than a pudding, and the cake isn’t even baked—it’s steamed in a basket. But in the U.K. and Ireland, ...

Brush the bottom of the bowl with soft butter. Mix the syrup with the lemon juice and breadcrumbs. Spoon around the base of the bowl. Cream the butter, add the caster sugar and beat until light and ...