Christmas pudding is a traditional and delectable dessert that holds a special place on our festive tables. It's the perfect culmination to a heartwarming holiday meal, with its rich, fruity flavors and distinct aroma. To truly elevate the experience, a luscious, indulgent sauce is an absolute must. Whether you prefer a classic brandy sauce, a creamy custard sauce, or a zesty orange sauce, the possibilities are endless. Let's dive into the world of Christmas pudding sauces and discover the perfect complement to your festive feast.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
BROWN SUGAR SAUCE
This sauce is a wonderful concoction that complements bread pudding, cheesecake, or pancakes on Sundays. The taste of brown sugar in a sauce form is irresistible.
Provided by Brenda Moore
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter or margarine. Add flour and salt; stir until smooth.
- Stir in brown sugar. Blend thoroughly and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture bubbles and is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir in boiling water. Return to heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Add vanilla extract and stir until well blended. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 97.1 mg, Sugar 13.4 g
BRANDY SAUCE (FOR CHRISTMAS PUDDING AND OTHER SWEETS)
A rich brandy sauce that's perfect to serve on Christmas pudding or other desserts.
Provided by adapted by Christina Conte
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Whisk the egg yolks, cream and sugar in a pot over low heat. Do not stop whisking and keep the heat low so that the custard doesn't curdle. Don't worry if it does, there's an easy fix.
- Continue whisking until the mixture thickens and becomes a sauce. (If you want to serve this to young children, remove some and add a drop of vanilla.) Add the brandy to your liking, from two teaspoonfuls to two tablespoonfuls (or more), but be careful not to add too much brandy or the sauce will become too runny. I used two tablespoonfuls.
- Whisk well so that the sauce is completely smooth. Pour into a serving jug to pour over the Christmas pudding before it's cut into pieces, which makes for a beautiful presentation. However, it may be more practical to cut slices and place in bowls, then pour the sauce over the top. I'd recommend this if you won't be finishing the entire pudding in one go.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 40 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 2 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 2 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat
7-CUP STEAMED CHRISTMAS PUDDING WITH BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE
An easy and VERY light Christmas pudding - for those that dislike the heavy dark puddings. However, this still has all the traditional Christmas pudding ingredients, but it is served with a delicious butterscotch sauce for a decadent twist! Moreover, all the family can now have their pudding and eat it, as this appeals to all ages! Steaming a pudding is SO easy - you just pop it on to gently steam, whilst you prepare the rest of the festive meal. You only have to remember to keep topping up the water from time to time. Serve warm with the hot butterscotch sauce and maybe a jug of single cream or brandy custard to help it along! Merry Christmas! N.B. This recipe was taken from the Christmas 2003 edition of BBC Good Food magazine, I have amended it slightly to personal taste. I have made this pudding every year since I first saw the recipe, and I have given this recipe out countless times!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Dessert
Time 2h15m
Yield 1 Large Pudding, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the pudding, empty the first six cups and the nuts, if using, into a mixing bowl with the spices, then stir in the milk and egg. Once well combined, tip into a buttered 1.5 litre pudding bowl.
- Cover with a double layer of buttered foil, making a pleat in the centre to allow the pudding to rise.
- Tie the foil securely with string, then place in a steamer or large pan containing enough gently simmering water to come halfway up the sides of the bowl. Steam, covered with a lid, for 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
- Check the water level during cooking, topping up if necessary.
- If you are preparing this pudding ahead, remove the foil, let it cool slightly, then wrap in cling film and then fresh foil. It can be stored in a fridge for up to one week ahead of time. Or, freeze it for up to one month. Defrost overnight.
- If you are serving it immediately, unwrap and invert onto a deep plate.
- For the sauce, put everything in a pan and bring slowly to the boil, stirring. Allow to bubble away for 2-3 minutes, still stirring, until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce is pale caramel in colour and slightly thickened.
- Remove from the heat. Pour the sauce over the pudding and decorate with the whole mixed nuts.
- Serve with a jug of fresh cream or brandy custard.
EASY CARAMEL SAUCE
This is a thin sweet sauce perfect for Christmas plum pudding. It is also good over ice cream.
Provided by Cassie
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine 2 cups water, butter, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, and remove from heat.
- In a small cup, mix together cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water. Stir mixture into sauce. Cook over medium heat and heat through for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 12 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
CHRISTMAS PUDDING WITH NUTMEG SAUCE
An adaptation of the traditional holiday staple, my fruity plum pudding stays true to those time-honored rustic flavors.-Deb Thompson, Lincoln, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h35m
Yield 8 servings (1/2 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, milk and molasses. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and spices; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in apple, raisins, cherries and dates., Pour into a well-greased 6-cup pudding mold or metal gelatin mold. Cover with foil. Place on a rack in a deep kettle. Add 1 in. of boiling water to kettle; cover and boil gently until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 2 to 2-1/2 hours, replacing water as needed. Let stand 5 minutes before unmolding., In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and nutmeg. Unmold pudding onto a serving plate; cut into wedges. Serve warm with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
HARD SAUCE FOR BREAD PUDDING AND OTHER DESSERTS
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- With a standing or hand-held mixer , beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and mix while scraping the sides of the bowl, so the sugar and butter come together evenly.
- Add the vanilla extract, brandy, rum, or whiskey, and spices.
- Mix, scraping the sides again, to combine.
- Spoon the sauce into a bowl.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 27 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHRISTMAS PUDDING AND LEMON SAUCE
Steps:
- Christmas Pudding 1.) Combine carrots potatoes suet, raisins, currants and peel. Measure flour salt soda and spices. Sift over fruit and veggies. Add brown sugar. Add lemon rind and juice. Add eggs and milk. Blend well with spoon. 2.) Spoon into well greased 1 1/2 quart pudding bowl. Cover with greased and creased foil. 3.) Steam for 4 hours (keep adding water as it will steam out. When pudding bowl in pot you must have something protecting it from the bottom of the pot as the bowl might crack). 4.) Day of serving pudding, steam pudding again for a couple of hours. Tip onto serving plate, pour liqueur over and light on fire for oohhhs and aaahhhs! Lemon Sauce 1.) On medium to low heat measure sugar into saucepan. Add eggs and beat by hand with whisk. Add butter lemon juice and rind. Stir in boiling water. 2.) Cook until thick and smooth, stirring with metal whisk. 3.) Serve in pouring container.
BRANDY (OR RUM) SAUCE
Whether you're team brandy sauce or team rum sauce, this easy recipe will give you the creamy side you need for your Christmas pudding.
Provided by Deborah Reddihough
Categories Other
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the flour. Cook for 2 minutes and then stir in the milk. Bring to the boil, stirring all the time, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the brandy (or rum) and the sugar and serve with Christmas pudding.
BAKED CHRISTMAS PUDDING AND RUM SAUCE
Light Christmas pudding. My family does not like all the peel and dried fruits. This pudding is very tasty without being to heavy. This recipe was printed in the local newspaper 25 years ago.
Provided by anola
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Pudding:.
- Cream margarine. Add sugar, eggs and mincemeat. Sift dry ingredients. Combine jelly, orange peel, juice and add alternately with flour mixture. Stir in 1 cup walnuts (optional). Pour into greased 10 inch tube pan. Bake in 325 degree oven for 80-90 minutes. Cool and unmold. (the mincemeat used in this recipe is canned mincemeat used for fruit pies, not ground meat).
- Sauce:.
- Combine sugar, butter and cornstarch. Dissolve in water. Bring slowly to boiling point stirring occasionally. Cook until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Serve over pudding. If sauce has cooled at serving time reheat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.2, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 66.7, Sodium 521.7, Carbohydrate 147.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 107.7, Protein 4.4
Tips for Making the Perfect Christmas Pudding Sauce:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the sauce will taste. Use real butter, fresh cream, and pure vanilla extract.
- Don't overcook the sauce: The sauce should be thick and creamy, but not too thick or pasty. Cook it over low heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Flavor the sauce to your liking: There are many ways to flavor Christmas pudding sauce. Some popular options include brandy, rum, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. You can also add a bit of citrus zest or dried fruit for a unique twist.
- Serve the sauce warm or cold: Christmas pudding sauce can be served warm or cold, depending on your preference. If you're serving it warm, be sure to reheat it gently so that it doesn't curdle.
Conclusion:
Christmas pudding sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to enhance the flavor of your favorite holiday desserts. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious sauce that will make your Christmas pudding extra special. So get creative and experiment with different flavors and ingredients to find the perfect sauce for your holiday feast. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
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