Description
Experience the warmth of the holiday season with this rich and aromatic Traditional Christmas Pudding, filled with sweet dried fruits and fragrant spices—a delightful centerpiece for festive celebrations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Mixed Dried Fruits (raisins, currants, sultanas)
- 1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Suet or Butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Chop mixed dried fruits into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs, flour, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Create a well in the center of the dry mix and add melted suet or butter, eggs, and chopped dried fruits. Mix until combined into a thick batter.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased pudding basin or mold. Cover tightly with parchment paper and foil.
- Steam for about six hours on low heat or bake at 325°F (160°C) until firm.
- Once cooked through, allow it to cool completely before storing in the fridge until serving day.
- On serving day, steam briefly again before unmolding onto a serving platter.
- Serve with warm custard for an indulgent finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a lighter pudding, reduce the sugar or substitute it with honey. - Experiment by adding nuts or chocolate chips for a modern twist. - Ensure the pudding is tightly wrapped when stored to maintain moisture.