British Plum Pudding Recipe

Name: British Plum Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb beef suet, finely chopped; 6 cups fresh raisin breadcrumbs; 4 cups golden raisins; 1 1/2 cups raisins; 1 cup mixed candied fruit; 1 cup candied citrus peel; 10 eggs; 2/3 cup brandy; 1/3 cup orange juice; Brandy Sauce; 2 cups brown sugar; 1/4 cup flour; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup brandy

Servings: persons

1/2 lb beef suet, finely chopped
6 cups fresh raisin breadcrumbs
4 cups golden raisins
1 1/2 cups raisins
1 cup mixed candied fruit
1 cup candied citrus peel
10 eggs
2/3 cup brandy
1/3 cup orange juice
Brandy Sauce
2 cups brown sugar
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup brandy

1
Preheat the oven to 180 u00b0C (350 u00b0F).
2
Butter two 20 x 10-cm (8 x 4-inch) loaf pans. Line with parchment paper, letting it hang over 2 opposites sides.
3
In a bowl, combine the suet, breadcrumbs, raisins, candied fruit and candied peel. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to blend.
4
Divide the batter between the pans. Cover and seal tightly with aluminum foil.
5
Bake in a water bath for 7 hours. The simmering water bath must be maintained halfway up the loaf pans. Add water if necessary during baking.
6
Remove the puddings from the water and let cool. Unmould from the pans and wrap tightly. They can be stored for up to 3 months in a cool place or in the refrigerator.
7
In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar, flour and butter. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer gently over medium heat for 5 minutes.
8
Tips: Freezes well.

1589

kcal

Calories

Fat

216

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb beef suet, finely chopped, 6 cups fresh raisin breadcrumbs, 4 cups golden raisins, 1 1/2 cups raisins, and more.

Yes, British Plum Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

British Plum Pudding

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