Bink’s Traditional Aussie Chrissy Pud!

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 13
Bink's Traditional Aussie Chrissy Pud for the Holidays
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

360 min

Ready In

380 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 lb currants
1/2 lb raisins
1/2 lb sultana
1/4 lb mixed peel
6 ounces butter
1/2 lb fresh breadcrumb ( approx crumbs from 1 large loaf white bread )
1/2 lb brown sugar
1 tablespoon mixed spice ( or cinnamon )
1 small lemon , juice and rind of
1 teaspoon nutmeg
2 eggs
1/2 cup brandy or 1/2 cup rum

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
810
Sugar
70g
Fat
26g
Bink's Traditional Aussie Chrissy Pud is a beloved Australian dish originating from the United Kingdom. Typically served during the holiday season, it is a spiced and fruity pudding that takes six hours of steam to fully prepare. The moist texture and delicate flavor of the pudding represent a delicious and long-standing tradition of the holiday season.

Instructions

1.Soak the currants, raisins, sultanas and mixed peel in brandy or rum overnight.
2.Cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Add beaten eggs, lemon rind and juice, and nutmeg to the mixture.
4.Fold in the breadcrumbs, mixed spice, and the soaked fruit.
5.Grease a 2 litre (8 cup) pudding basin then spoon the mixture into the basin. Cover with buttered foil and secure with string.
6.Place the basin into a large saucepan and fill the saucepan with boiling water until it reaches two-thirds up the pudding bowl.
7.Steam for 6 hours adding extra boiling water as required.

PROS

Bink’s Pudding is a classic Aussie dessert that can be enjoyed by all.
The fruity and spiced aroma will fill the house with Christmas cheer and the moist texture of the pudding will have you coming back for more.

CONS

The pudding requires a 6 hour steam which can make preparation time lengthy.
It also needs to be made ahead of time as it is recommended to keep the pudding covered and stored in a cool, dark place for at least 4 weeks before consumption for best results.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pudding is not a health food, although dried fruit contains vitamins and minerals. The presence of sugar, fat and brandy are not generally associated with a healthy diet but can be enjoyed in moderation during the festive season.

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