Description
A rich, steamed holiday pudding featuring the tartness of dried cranberries and the aromatic brightness of fresh orange. A moist and dense festive dessert perfect for Christmas dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon mixed spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves)
Instructions
- Combine mixed dried fruits, dried cranberries, orange juice, and brandy in a bowl. Soak for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Cream the softened butter and dark brown sugar together until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the orange zest.
- Fold in the breadcrumbs and mixed spice until evenly combined.
- Stir the soaked fruit (and any remaining liquid) into the batter until distributed.
- Grease a pudding basin with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper. Spoon in the mixture and press down firmly.
- Cover the basin with parchment and a tight foil lid. Steam in a pot of simmering water for 6 hours or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: British-inspired