Description
A rich and nostalgic festive dessert featuring a blend of dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices, complemented by velvety Brandy Butter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped dates)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or almonds (or seeds for nut-free)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or orange zest
- 1/2 cup good quality brandy (or apple juice for non-alcoholic)
- 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- Butter for greasing
Instructions
- Prepare the steaming equipment with water simmering in a pot, and grease a pudding basin with butter and parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the dried fruits, breadcrumbs, spices, and nuts until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, and citrus zest. Add the brandy and mix well.
- Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared basin and place a disc of parchment on top.
- Cover with a kitchen towel and steam for 6-8 hours, ensuring water levels remain adequate.
- Let the pudding cool completely before unwrapping, and store wrapped in plastic in the fridge if not serving immediately.
- For the Brandy Butter, whip softened butter with powdered sugar and a splash of brandy until smooth.
Notes
Make the pudding in advance for better flavor and moisture. Serve warm with Brandy Butter and enjoy with spiced apple cider.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Christmas pudding, festive dessert, brandy butter, holiday recipes, dried fruits