CHRISTMAS PUDDING

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I never let a Christmas pass without making this warm, satisfying dessert. The wonderful aroma as it bakes will fill your home...and call your family to the kitchen!-Cathy Herpich, San Antonio, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h20m

Yield 10 servings (1-1/4 cups syrup).

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped dates
SYRUP:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
GARNISH:
Silk or plastic holly leaves, optional
Fresh cranberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and cinnamon; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in the raisins, walnuts and dates. , Spoon into a well-greased 2-qt. pudding mold or ovenproof bowl; cover tightly. Place on a rack in a deep pan; add 3 in. of hot water to pan. Bring to a gentle boil; cover and steam for 3 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, adding water to pan as needed. , Let stand for 20 minutes before unmolding. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine brown sugar and flour. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. , Unmold pudding onto a serving plate; garnish with holly leaves and cranberries if desired. Serve warm with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 89g carbohydrate (64g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

sobuj adnan
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Not bad, not bad at all! I've had better Christmas puddings, but this one is still pretty good.


Uchechukwu Ann
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This recipe was easy to follow and the Christmas pudding turned out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family and friends.


Coach Kylye
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I'm not usually a big fan of Christmas pudding, but this recipe changed my mind. The pudding was moist, flavorful, and not too heavy. I would definitely make it again.


Daisy Cakes
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This Christmas pudding recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The pudding was absolutely delicious!


Chinioti Chadhar
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I loved that this recipe included step-by-step instructions with pictures. It made the process of making the Christmas pudding so much easier.


Farah Ebrahem
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I've searched high and low for a good Christmas pudding recipe, and this one is the best I've found. The pudding is moist, flavorful, and has a great texture. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.


Vivian Bliss
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The Christmas pudding turned out even better than I expected! It has quickly become my favorite Christmas dessert recipe.


thabowoodenmic
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This recipe definitely lives up to its 5-star rating! My whole family loved it and couldn't stop talking about how delicious the Christmas pudding was.


Laverne little
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I made this Christmas pudding for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The pudding was moist and flavorful, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Adelaide Fairless
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I've tried many Christmas pudding recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The pudding is rich, moist, and full of flavor. I love the addition of citrus zest and dried fruits. It really makes the pudding extra special.


Mohammed Awad
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This Christmas pudding recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The pudding is moist, flavorful, and full of festive spices. I highly recommend it!


adam Son boy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the Christmas pudding turned out perfectly. It was moist, flavorful, and had a lovely texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and traditional Christmas dessert.


Premika Chaudhary
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I made this Christmas pudding for my family last year and it was a big success. Everyone loved it and said it was the best Christmas pudding they had ever had. I will definitely be making it again this year.


cindy howell
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I've been making this Christmas pudding recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's always a crowd-pleaser and I always get rave reviews. The pudding is rich, dense, and full of flavor. I highly recommend it!


Oratile Mokgalagadi
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This Christmas pudding recipe was a hit! It was easy to follow, even for a novice baker like me, and the results were incredible. The pudding was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect balance of spices. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone lookin


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