1. Prepare the batter:

• Beat sugar, egg, and apricot jam for 5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
• Add melted butter and beat until incorporated.

2. Combine dry ingredients:

• In a separate bowl, sift flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Mix wet and dry ingredients:

• Slowly add the dry ingredients to the batter, alternating with milk, vinegar, and vanilla essence. Mix until just incorporated after each addition.

4. Bake:

• Pour batter into a greased ovenproof dish.
• Bake in the Instant Pot Versazone Air Fryer at 180°C for 20–30 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.

5. Prepare the sauce:

• In a saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients and bring to a boil.

6. Finish:

• Pour the hot sauce over the baked pudding, allowing it to soak in completely.

7. Serve:

• Serve warm with custard or your preferred accompaniment.