Description
A rich, steamed plant-based holiday pudding filled with dried fruits, warming spices, and a hint of brandy for a traditional festive experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (sultanas, raisins, currants)
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegan breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp mixed spice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine mixed dried fruits, brandy, and water in a pot. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes until the liquid is absorbed, then let it cool.
- Cream the softened plant-based butter and brown sugar in a bowl until smooth.
- Stir the orange zest, mixed spice, and cinnamon into the butter mixture.
- Sift in the flour and salt, then stir in the breadcrumbs until just combined.
- Fold the cooled fruit mixture into the batter until evenly distributed.
- Grease a pudding basin with vegan butter and line the bottom with parchment paper. Spoon the batter into the basin and smooth the top.
- Place the basin in a steamer or a large pot with simmering water. Cover and steam for 6 hours, adding boiling water to the pot as needed.
- Allow the pudding to rest for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: British