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7 Cup Steamed Christmas Pudding With Butterscotch Sauce Recipe

This light and fluffy Christmas pudding is a game-changer! Perfect for those who find traditional puddings too heavy, this recipe retains all the classic festive flavors with a decadent butterscotch sauce twist. Easy to steam, it's the perfect make-ahead dessert for a stress-free Christmas. Impress your family with this crowd-pleasing pudding, suitable for all ages. Adapted from the BBC Good Food Magazine (Christmas 2003), this recipe has been a holiday favorite for years!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 855.3 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for 7 Cup Steamed Christmas Pudding With Butterscotch Sauce

  • 1 1/2 cups raisins
  • 1 1/2 cups sultana
  • 1 cup self-raising flour
  • 1/2 cup butter, plus extra for greasing bowl and buttering foil
  • 1 cup fresh brown breadcrumbs
  • 2 cups light muscovado sugar (1 cup for pudding, 1 cup for butterscotch sauce)
  • 1 cup chopped mixed nuts, plus extra for garnish (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground mixed spice
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup double cream (as heavy cream for sauce), plus fresh cream for serving (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups currants
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped mixed peel
  • 1 cup shredded suet
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • Pinch of salt (for butterscotch sauce)

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How to Make 7 Cup Steamed Christmas Pudding With Butterscotch Sauce

  1. **Prepare the Pudding:** In a large mixing bowl, combine 6 cups of mixed dried fruits (see ingredients for specifics), nuts (if using), mixed spice (1 tsp), ground cinnamon (1/2 tsp), ground nutmeg (1/4 tsp), and grated zest of 1 orange.
  2. Pour in 1 cup of milk and 2 large eggs. Stir until well combined.
  3. Pour the mixture into a 5-liter greased pudding bowl.
  4. Cover the bowl tightly with two layers of buttered aluminum foil, creating a pleat in the center to allow for expansion during steaming.
  5. Secure the foil with string. Place the bowl in a steamer or large pot with enough gently simmering water to reach halfway up the sides of the bowl.
  6. Steam for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, covered with a lid, checking and topping up the water level regularly.
  7. **Make Ahead (Optional):** If preparing in advance, remove the foil once cooled slightly. Wrap in plastic wrap, then a fresh layer of foil. Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight before serving.
  8. **Serve:** If serving immediately, carefully unwrap and invert the pudding onto a serving plate.
  9. **Prepare the Butterscotch Sauce:** In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, and a pinch of salt.
  10. Bring to a slow boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the sauce turns into a light caramel color and thickens slightly (2-3 minutes).
  11. Remove from heat and pour over the warm pudding.
  12. Garnish with whole mixed nuts (optional) and serve with fresh cream or brandy custard.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

249g

Fat

141g

Carbs

32g

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