Dark Chocolate And Cherry Christmas Pudding Recipe

Name: Dark Chocolate And Cherry Christmas Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 40 g sultanas (1 1/2 oz); 40 g currants (1 1/2 oz); 40 g raisins (1 1/2 oz); 40 g dried figs, chopped (1 1/2 oz); 60 g large glace cherries, quartered (2 1/4 oz); 1 tablespoon black treacle; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 small apple, cored, peeled, grated; 2 tablespoons whiskey; 40 g plain flour (1 1/2 oz); 25 g molasses sugar (1 oz); 15 g cocoa powder (1/2 oz); 2 teaspoons mixed spice; 1 teaspoon salt; 85 g bitter chocolate, 70% cocoa solids, grated (3oz); 1 large egg, beaten; 227 g clotted cream, to serve (8 oz)

Servings: persons

40 g sultanas (1 1/2 oz)
40 g currants (1 1/2 oz)
40 g raisins (1 1/2 oz)
40 g dried figs, chopped (1 1/2 oz)
60 g large glace cherries, quartered (2 1/4 oz)
1 tablespoon black treacle
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small apple, cored, peeled, grated
2 tablespoons whiskey
40 g plain flour (1 1/2 oz)
25 g molasses sugar (1 oz)
15 g cocoa powder (1/2 oz)
2 teaspoons mixed spice
1 teaspoon salt
85 g bitter chocolate, 70% cocoa solids, grated (3oz)
1 large egg, beaten
227 g clotted cream, to serve (8 oz)

1
Mix together the dried fruit, treacle, olive oil, apple and whiskey and leave for at least 4 hours , or overnight if possible.
2
Mix all dry ingredients together.
3
Add the egg to the soaked fruit and mix well.
4
Finally add the dry ingredients and mix well, but do not over-mix.
5
Place the mixture in a pudding basin, 617cm (6 1/2 in) in diameter and 9cm (3 1/2 in) deep, and cover with a circle of greaseproof paper.
6
Place a large piece of foil on top of a large piece of greaseproof paper, then fold in the centre to make a pleat.
7
Place the pleated papers on top of the pudding basin and use a long piece of string to tightly tie just below the rim of the basin.
8
With an extra piece of string, tie a long loop across the top, you can use this as a handle to help lower and lift the pudding in and out of the pan.
9
Place a heatproof sauce in the bottom of a large saucepan and sit the pudding on top.
10
Fill the pan with enough boiling water to come halfway up the side of the basin, then cover with a tightly fitting lid.
11
Bring the water to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer gently for 4-5 hours.
12
Check the water every couple of hours, and add extra boiling water as necessary to maintain the water level until the pudding had cooked.
13
Serve with clotted cream.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 40 g sultanas (1 1/2 oz), 40 g currants (1 1/2 oz), 40 g raisins (1 1/2 oz), 40 g dried figs, chopped (1 1/2 oz), and more.

Yes, Dark Chocolate And Cherry Christmas 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dark Chocolate And Cherry Christmas Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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