Tracey's Scottish Microwave Dumpling

A delicious Scottish fruitcake, that takes 10 minutes in the microwave.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 1 fruitcake

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb butter
• 1  cup water
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 1  teaspoon allspice
• 1  tablespoon cinnamon
• 1⁄2 cup sultana raisin
• 1⁄2 cup golden raisin
• 1⁄2 cup currants
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons molasses
• 1  cup flour
• 2  eggs, beaten
• 1  teaspoon baking soda

Directions

1. Completely line a 2 liter microwave bowl with plastic wrap, taking care to take out the wrinkles.
2. Combine first 9 ingredients in a microwaveable bowl and heat until butter has melted (can be done in a pot on the stove).
3. Add flour and baking soda and mix together, then add eggs and mix well.
4. Pour into plastic-wrapped bowl and and cook uncovered in the microwave for 9-10 minutes.
5. Allow to cool a few minutes, then invert bowl onto a plate. Serve with custard, caramel sauce, or butter,.