Best 6 Moms Christmas Plum Pudding Recipes
When the Christmas season draws near, the aroma of delectable treats fills the air, and among them, the classic "Mom's Christmas Plum Pudding" holds a special place in many families' traditions. This timeless dessert, originating from England, has undergone centuries-old evolution, making its way across continents and cultures. With its diverse ingredients and distinctive flavors, Moms Christmas Plum Pudding is a culinary gem that embodies the warmth and richness of the holiday season. As we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for this beloved dish, let's explore the history, variations, and secrets behind this iconic Christmas treat.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CHRISTMAS PLUM PUDDING
This is a fairly basic British Christmas plum pudding recipe but unlike other recipes it can actually have plums in it. Unfortunately the ingredient list is so long, it isn't easy to make it in less than industrial quantities! You can substitute a mixture of fresh and dried apricots, peaches, etc. for the plums and milk for the ale if you wish. Serve with brandy or rum butter.
Provided by HEATHER.WRAY
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English
Time 5h30m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, bread crumbs, suet, eggs, carrot, apple, brown sugar, chopped blanched almonds, stem ginger, ground almonds, cherries, raisins, currants, golden raisins, mixed peel, plums, lemon juice and zest, mixed spice, baking powder and ale. Let each family member take a turn stirring and make a wish. If you have used more dry fruit than fresh, add a little extra ale to make the mixture less stiff.
- Grease 2 large or 4 small pudding basins. Fill with pudding mixture about 7/8 full. Cover tightly with greased waxed paper, then foil; secure with string. Stand pudding on a trivet in a large pot of boiling water that reaches halfway up the sides of the pudding basin. Steam puddings over medium-low heat in boiling water 10 hours for large puddings, 5 hours for small puddings, topping off water regularly until quite firm and set.
- If not serving immediately, let cool completely, then replace covers with fresh waxed paper and foil and store in a cool, dry place, basting from time to time with rum or brandy, for up to 3 months. To serve, reheat by steaming 2 to 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 69.4 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
NANA'S TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS STEAMED PLUM PUDDING WITH HARD SAUCE
Steps:
- Combine the molasses, butter, milk, and eggs in a mixing bowl. Next, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves in a large mixing bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in 3 additions. Toss candied fruit and raisins lightly with flour to prevent sinking and add to batter. Stir in brandy.
- Pour into a greased and sugared steam pudding mold and place on a rack in a large covered pot with water that comes halfway up the sides of the mold. Cover and steam for 2 hours, checking occasionally to make sure water hasn't boiled out. Let cool for 5 minutes on a rack before turning out. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with a sprig of holly and Hard Sauce.
- Beat all ingredients together until very well combined. Serve with pudding.
NANA'S TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS STEAMED PLUM PUDDING WITH HARD SAUCE
Steps:
- Combine the molasses, butter, milk, and eggs in a mixing bowl. Next, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves in a large mixing bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in 3 additions. Toss candied fruit and raisins lightly with flour to prevent sinking and add to batter. Stir in brandy.
- Pour into a greased and sugared steam pudding mold and place on a rack in a large covered pot with water that comes halfway up the sides of the mold. Cover and steam for 2 hours, checking occasionally to make sure water hasn't boiled out. Let cool for 5 minutes on a rack before turning out. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with a sprig of holly and Hard Sauce.
- Beat all ingredients together until very well combined. Serve with pudding.
MOM'S CHRISTMAS PLUM PUDDING
I love this dessert so much that now my mother makes one for dessert on Christmas and a separate one for me to take home. This pudding is very rich and small servings go a very long way. It's delicious for weeks afterward in the refrigerator. Cut a slice, add brandy sauce, microwave, and indulge while your New Year's resolution is looking the other way!
Provided by DiesOutHere
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English
Time 4h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Generously grease a 12-cup steamed pudding mold and its lid.
- Stir together plums, crushed gingersnaps, flour, sugar, milk, butter, eggs, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg for the pudding. Pour into the prepared pudding mold and cover with the lid. Place the mold on a rack in a deep, 8-quart pot. Add boiling water to halfway up the side of the mold, making sure water does not touch the lid.
- Cover the pot and simmer for 3 hours 45 minutes, adding more boiling water, if necessary. Remove the pudding mold from the pot and cool on a wire rack until pudding pulls away from the side of the mold, about 30 minutes.
- While pudding is cooling, combine sugar, half-and-half, butter, brandy, and corn syrup in a small, heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until butter melts, and sugar dissolves, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Invert pudding onto a platter and serve immediately alongside warm brandy sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.3 calories, Carbohydrate 84 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 530.5 mg, Sugar 44.8 g
GRANDMA'S CHRISTMAS PUDDING
Grandma made this pudding for the holidays. I never cared for it, but my dad loved it! This takes two days, and will tie up your oven for 7-8 hours! NOTE: This uses beef suet as an ingredient. Don't know of any substitute for it.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Dessert
Time P20DT8h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine the raisins, almonds, citron, apples, and brandy in a bowl, and allow to sit overnight.
- The next day, preheat oven to 300°F.
- Butter a 2-qt. pudding mold (or souffle dish).
- Combine the fruit mixture with the remaining ingredients, one at a time. Mix well, and turn into pudding mold and cover tightly with parchment paper secured with cotton string.
- Place a large roasting pan in oven on center rack. Place mold in pan and fill roasting pan with boiling water, halfway up sides of mold. Steam 7 to 8 hours, adding more water if necessary.
- To serve, loosen the side of the pudding with a knife and invert onto a serving platter.
- Serve warm, with your favorite hard sauce. (There are several variations posted here on Zaar).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 626.7, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 59.4, Sodium 348.7, Carbohydrate 90.5, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 60.9, Protein 7
PLUM PUDDING (STEAMED)
"... he stuck in his thumb, pulled out a plum and said, "what a good boy, am I."" Traditional steamed Christmas pudding from my Grandma Anna Cotrill Tatum's recipe. Including directions for "hard sauce." Lemon sauce is a separate recipe. A "saltspoon" measure is approximately 1/3 teaspoon. I have the small covered glass bowl my Grandma used for the hard sauce. It is cut in design on the inside, so when she turned it out to be used, it had pretty patterns on it.
Provided by Queen Dragon Mom
Categories Dessert
Time P2m28DT30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sift soda, salt and spice into the flour, rub in the suet and add raisins.
- Mix the milk and molasses, stir into the dry mixture.
- Butter a pudding mold.
- Turn mixture into mold.
- Steam for 3 hours.
- Remove from mold to serving plate.
- Cover with a clean tea towel.
- Keep pudding in insect-free, cool place for 3 months. (I just kept it covered in the 'fridge.).
- Pour brandy over pudding periodically, if desired.
- Hard Sauce.
- Rub the butter to a cream in a warm bowl, add sugar gradually then the flavoring.
- Pack smoothly in a small dish.
- Keep on ice until very hard.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.3, Fat 33.5, SaturatedFat 18.9, Cholesterol 36.7, Sodium 371.5, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 41.6, Protein 5.6
Tips:
- Choose the right ingredients: Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense pudding.
- Steam the pudding for an even cook: Steaming the pudding helps to ensure that it cooks evenly throughout.
- Let the pudding cool completely before serving: This will help the pudding to set properly and develop its full flavor.
- Serve the pudding with your favorite accompaniments: Classic accompaniments for plum pudding include brandy butter, hard sauce, and vanilla ice cream.
Conclusion:
Plum pudding is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for Christmas gatherings. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this classic dish at home. Follow these tips and recipe to create a plum pudding that will be enjoyed by all.
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