Perfect Christmas Pudding Recipe

Name: Perfect Christmas Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 each figs dried; 1 1/2 cup milk; 1 cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups bread crumbs soft, lightly packed; 3/4 cups sugar; 3 tablespoons tapioca quick-cooking; 1 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; ⅓ cup molasses light; 1 cup walnuts chopped, toasted; 3 each egg whites

Servings: persons

24 each figs dried
1 1/2 cup milk
1 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups bread crumbs soft, lightly packed
3/4 cups sugar
3 tablespoons tapioca quick-cooking
1 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
⅓ cup molasses light
1 cup walnuts chopped, toasted
3 each egg whites

1
With scissors, snip stems from figs.
2
Then snip figs into small pieces.
3
Heat them in milk in top of double boiler until figs are soft (about 20 minutes).
4
Remove from heat, stir figs thoroughly until mashed.
5
Add shortening, bread crumbs, sugar and tapioca.
6
Sift and measure flour, and sift again with other dry ingredients.
7
Add with molasses and chopped walnuts.
8
Fold in stiffly whipped egg whites.
9
Turn into generously buttered 2-quart mold, cover tightly and steam, covered, for 3 hours on a rack in hot water that must come half-way up side of mold.
10
Or steam in individual molds.

670

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Carbs

Protein

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 each figs dried, 1 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup vegetable shortening, 2 cups bread crumbs soft, lightly packed, and more.

Yes, Perfect 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!

Perfect Christmas Pudding

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Variations & substitutions

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