The Deves Christmas Pudding

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1
The Deves Christmas Pudding recipe for your holiday season
in Dessert

Prep

60 min

Cook

360 min

Ready In

7 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

225 g butter
1 cup brown sugar
4 eggs
1 tablespoon jam
2 teaspoons bicarbonate of soda
250 g dried figs
250 g dried apricots
250 g dried apples
250 g dried orange peel
500 g dates
500 g sultanas
1 liter rum
2 cups plain flour
2 tablespoons self raising flour
1/2 teaspoon mixed spice
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
589
Sugar
84g
Fat
21g
The Deves Christmas Pudding is a classic British dessert that has been around since the 17th century. Originally, it was made with suet, dried fruits, and spices, and cooked in a cloth bag for several hours. Today, it has evolved into a recipe that contains many variations, but still includes many traditional elements. This pudding is typically served during the Christmas season, often flamed with brandy or rum and accompanied by custard, cream, or brandy butter. It is a rich, hearty dessert that is perfect for cold winter nights, family gatherings, and festive occasions.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar.
2.Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3.Stir in the jam and bicarbonate of soda.
4.Roughly chop all the dried fruits and mix them into the butter mixture one at a time. Stir in the spice, salt, and breadcrumbs.
5.Add the plain flour, self-raising flour, and rum to the mixture, combining well.
6.Grease a 2-litre pudding basin and line the base with baking paper.
7.Spoon the pudding mixture into the basin, pressing it down firmly.
8.Cover the pudding with a layer of baking paper and a layer of foil, ensuring there is enough excess paper and foil to tie them together over the top of the basin.
9.Place the basin in a large pot with enough water to reach halfway up the sides of the basin. Boil, then reduce to a simmer for 6 hours. Keep adding water as needed to the pot to keep the level up.
10.Remove the pudding from the pot and hang in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months, or serve immediately in slices with your preferred accompaniments.

PROS

The Deves Christmas Pudding is a traditional holiday treat with a long history.
It is packed with dried fruits and rum, making it moist, flavorful, and perfect for the winter season.
It is also a great dessert to make ahead and eat throughout the holiday, or gift to your loved ones.

CONS

This pudding is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It also contains alcohol, so it is not suitable for everyone, including children and pregnant women.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although The Deves Christmas Pudding is not a particularly healthy dessert, it does contain a wide range of dried fruits that are high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The rum in this recipe may also have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as aiding sleep and digestion.

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