Leftover Christmas Pudding Ice Cream

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Transform your leftover Christmas pudding into a decadent ice cream

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

N/A

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 eggs , separated
	4 ounces caster sugar ( fine sugar )
	4 -6 ounces left-over christmas plum pudding ( more if you prefer )
	2 -3 tablespoons rum ( brandy or orange liquer )
	300 ml double cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

443

Sugar

36g

Fat

26g

If you still have leftover Christmas pudding sitting in your kitchen, why not turn it into a delicious ice cream? This recipe is easy to make, and the taste of rum, cinnamon, and nutmeg makes it perfect for the holiday season. The combination of the rich and creamy texture with the crunchiness of the Christmas pudding creates a dessert that is both decadent and satisfying. Serve it as a dessert after a holiday meal or enjoy it as a sweet treat on a chilly evening.

Instructions

1.	Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, and set aside.
2.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and caster sugar until light and creamy.
3.	Stir in the crumbled leftover Christmas pudding and rum until well combined.
4.	In another bowl, whip the double cream until stiff peaks form.
5.	Gently fold the whipped cream into the mixture.
6.	Finally, fold in the beaten egg whites.
7.	Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until set.

PROS

This ice cream is a delicious way to use up leftover Christmas pudding.

It has a rich and creamy texture, and the taste of rum and Christmas spices makes it perfect for the holiday season.

CONS

This ice cream is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also requires some preparation time and a freezer to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this ice cream may not be the healthiest option, it contains protein from the eggs and calcium from the cream.
The spices used in Christmas pudding, such as cinnamon and nutmeg, are also known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.