MAPLE PUDDING

2 C maple syrup

½ C butter, at room temperature

2 eggs

1 tsp. baking powder

½ C milk

2 C 35% cream

½ C white sugar

2 C flour

Pinch salt

Combine the maple syrup and cream in a saucepan and boil for 3 – 4 minutes.  In a bowl, beat the butter and sugar until smooth.  Add the eggs and mix for 2 minutes.  In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt.  Stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.  Butter a baking dish and spread the batter in the dish.  Pour the maple syrup – cream mixture over the batter.  Bake at 400°F for 30  minutes or until the cake is golden brown.  Serve warm topped with whipped cream.