TRADITIONAL

Figgy Pudding Recipe

BY SAVOR THE FLAVOUR

Ever wanted to make Mrs. Crachit's figgy pudding from A Christmas Carol? Now you can! Let's make this traditional British pudding together.

Gather the ingredients.

Expert Tips for Success

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Make it 4 weeks in advance

Soak the fruit for 1-12 hours

Store away for 1 month before serving

Use a jar lid to raise the pud in the pot

Keep the pot half full of water while steaming

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Make the batter.

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Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in the molasses and eggs with a couple spoonfuls of flour.

Fold in fruit.

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Stir in the flour, breadcrumbs, baking powder, orange zest, and spices, then mix in the soaked dried fruit and any liquid.

Prepare for Steaming

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Pack the mixture into a greased pudding basin, then cover with parchment and foil and tie on a string handle.

Steaming the Pud

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Place a jar lid at the bottom of a Dutch oven, then put the pud on top.  Fill the pot halfway with boiling water and simmer for 4 hours.

Cool & Age

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The pudding is cooked when a skewer comes out clean.  Let it cool completely, then recover and store away for 4 weeks.

Steam & Serve

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Reheat the pudding by steaming it for 1 ½-2 hours, then serve with brandy butter.  Flame with brandy before serving if desired.

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