Superb English Plum Pudding Recipe

Name: Superb English Plum Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound seedless raisins; 1 pound sultana raisins; 1/2 pound currants; 1 cup thinly sliced citron; 1 cup chopped candied peel; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon mace; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon allspice; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound finely chopped suet - powdery fine; 1 1/4 cups cognac; 1 1/4 pounds (approximately) fresh bread crumbs; 1 cup scalded milk; 1 cup sherry or port; 12 eggs, well beaten; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; Cognac

Servings: persons

1 pound seedless raisins
1 pound sultana raisins
1/2 pound currants
1 cup thinly sliced citron
1 cup chopped candied peel
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon mace
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound finely chopped suet - powdery fine
1 1/4 cups cognac
1 1/4 pounds (approximately) fresh bread crumbs
1 cup scalded milk
1 cup sherry or port
12 eggs, well beaten
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Cognac

1
Blend the fruits, citron, peel, spices and suet and place in a bowl or jar.
2
Add 1/4 cup cognac, cover tightly and refrigerate for 4 days, adding 1/4 cup cognac each day.
3
Soak the bread crumbs in milk and sherry or port.
4
Combine the well-beaten eggs and sugar.
5
Blend with the fruit mixture.
6
Add salt and mix thoroughly.
7
Put the pudding in buttered bowls or tins, filling them about 2/3 full.
8
Cover with foil and tie it firmly.
9
Steam for 6-7 hours.
10
Uncover and place in a 250F.
11
oven for 30 minutes.
12
Add a dash of cognac to each pudding, cover with foil and keep in a cool place.
13
To use, steam again for 2-3 hours and unmold.
14
Sprinkle with sugar; add heated cognac.
15
Ignite and bring to the table.
16
Serve with hard sauce or cognac sauce.

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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.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound seedless raisins, 1 pound sultana raisins, 1/2 pound currants, 1 cup thinly sliced citron, and more.

Yes, Superb English 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Superb English Plum Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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