Description
A decadent twist on a holiday classic, this Chocolate and Cherry Christmas Pudding is rich, fruity, and full of festive flavor with a luscious chocolate finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup dried cherries
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped dried figs
- 1/4 cup brandy or orange juice
- 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine dried cherries, raisins, and figs with brandy or orange juice. Let soak for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Grease a pudding basin or heatproof bowl and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together brown sugar, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and breadcrumbs.
- Stir in the soaked fruits, chopped chocolate, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared basin and level the top.
- Cover with a layer of parchment paper and foil, securing tightly with string.
- Place in a large pot with enough water to come halfway up the sides of the basin. Cover pot with a lid.
- Steam over low heat for 2.5 to 3 hours, checking water level occasionally and topping up as needed.
- Let pudding cool, then store in a cool, dry place. Reheat by steaming for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Serve with brandy cream, custard, or a scoop of ice cream. Can be made ahead and stored for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steamed
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: christmas pudding, chocolate cherry pudding, steamed dessert, festive dessert, holiday pudding