Pouding Chômeur - PUBLISHED

A traditional French-Canadian recipe that is very common in Quebec. A syrupy "pudding" with a cakey topping. 

CAKE
1 1/2 cup flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup butter
2/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup milk

MAPLE SAUCE
1 cup maple Syrup
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup water, boiling
1/4 cup butter

1. Combine the flour and the baking powder. Set aside.
2. In a bowl, cream the butter. Slowly add the sugar until you achieve a smooth consistency.
3. Slowly add the liquid ingredients while alternating with the flour mixture. Beat until well combined.
4. Grease a 9x13 baking dish. Pour in the batter and set aside.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
6. In a pan, mix all the maple sauce ingredients and boil for a less then a minute.
7. Pour the sauce over the batter. DO NOT mix.
8. Cook for 45 minutes.