How to Make Plum Pudding I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Plum pudding, also known as Christmas pudding, is a traditional British dessert that is rich in history and flavor. Dating back to the 14th century, plum pudding has been a staple at holiday feasts for centuries, and it continues to be enjoyed by families around the world. The dense, moist pudding is filled with dried fruits, nuts, and warming spices, and it's often served with a generous drizzle of brandy sauce or custard.

While the traditional method of making plum pudding involves s...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 6 eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup chopped candied citron
  • 1 ½ cups pitted prunes, chopped
  • ½ cup raisins
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups fine dry bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 2 quart souffle or casserole dish.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  • In a separate bowl combine the citron, prunes, raisins and pecans. Stir in the flour and toss so that everything is coated with flour.
  • To the butter mixture add the fruit and nut mixture along with the bread crumbs, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. Mix well and transfer to prepared dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until well browned.
  • Nutrition

    567 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 170mg
    • Sodium: 328mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 77g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 35g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 97mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 312mg