Christmas Pudding Recipe
A traditional dessert that can be made in advance and served with brandy butter.
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Ingredients
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Pudding Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Fruit Mixture
In a large bowl, mix the dried fruits with the brandy or rum. Let it soak for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, ground almonds, mixed spices, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, lemon zest, and orange zest together.
- 4
Combine All Ingredients
Add the soaked fruit mixture to the dry ingredients, followed by the wet ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- 5
Prepare for Steaming
Grease a 1.5-liter pudding bowl and pour the mixture into it. Cover the top with parchment paper and then with foil to secure it.
- 6
- 7
Cool and Store
Once steamed, let the pudding cool completely before removing it from the bowl. Wrap it tightly in cling film and store in a cool, dark place until ready to serve.
- 8
Serve
Reheat the pudding by steaming it again for about 2 hours. Serve warm with brandy butter.
