Christmas pudding recipes (2024)

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Next level Christmas pudding
A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.5 ratings
Update the traditional Christmas pud to include more of what you love - cherries, almonds and figs are a feature of this pudding and make it super special
- 4 hrs 40 mins
- More effort
- Vegetarian
Easy Christmas pudding
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.24 ratings
A classic light, spiced Christmas pudding - so simple you don't even need any kitchen scales
- 3 hrs
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Pressure-cooked citrus Christmas pudding
A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
Make a Christmas pud in half the usual time by using a pressure cooker. You'll save both energy and effort, and be rewarded with a deliciously moist dessert
- 2 hrs 30 mins
- More effort
- Vegetarian
Microwave Christmas mug cake
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
Make a large cake using a 600ml mug or halve the mixture to make one small cake instead of two. Enjoy with brandy butter or custard
- 8 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.52 ratings
A fruity pud, served with orange custard cream, makes the perfect end to the traditional Christmas meal
- 6 hrs 30 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.17 ratings
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An irresistibly tipsy passion fruit and Cointreau-laced pud that steams in half the time of a traditional Christmas pudding
- 4 hrs 15 mins
- Easy
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.19 ratings
A twist on the classic Christmas pudding, our cherry version is served with silky dark chocolate, a rich brandy sauce and a dollop of double cream
- 3 hrs 10 mins
- Easy
Lighter Christmas pudding
A star rating of 5 out of 5.6 ratings
Make this lighter version of a classic Christmas pudding as an alternative festive dessert. It’s packed with all the same fruits and spices, but swaps suet for butter
- 2 hrs 50 mins
- More effort
- Vegetarian
Slow cooker Christmas pudding
A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.6 ratings
Get ready for Christmas with this rich and sticky pud laden with fruits, nuts and spices. This slow cooker version takes the stress out of steaming
- 10 hrs 30 mins
- Easy
Classic Christmas pudding
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.42 ratings
A homemade Christmas pudding is easy to make, then it just needs time in the steamer to turn it into a glorious, rich, fruity dessert. A festive classic
- 8 hrs
- More effort
- Vegetarian
Sticky ginger pear pudding
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.22 ratings
A great last-minute alternative to a traditional Christmas pudding - plus it reheats in only five minutes
- 1 hr 50 mins
- More effort
Chocoholic's Christmas pudding
A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.13 ratings
Wow. A definite crowd pleaser - chocolate mousse hidden by a layer of chocolate sponge, covered with the best chocolate topping we've ever tasted
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- 50 mins
- A challenge
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.17 ratings
This deliciously moist alternative to the traditional pudding was conjured up by combining sticky toffee pudding and carrot cake
- 1 hr 50 mins
- Easy
Gluten-free Christmas pudding
A star rating of 4 out of 5.4 ratings
Make a gluten-free version of Christmas pudding for a dessert that's packed with festive spices and fruit
- 7 hrs 20 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Easy Christmas pudding ice cream
A star rating of 5 out of 5.5 ratings
Use up leftover Christmas pudding in this tasty frozen treat from BBC Good Food reader Jo Langley
- 15 mins
- Easy
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.5 ratings
Bespoke festive puddings mean you can customise each one to individual tastes while keeping the rich fruity base the same
- 2 hrs 40 mins
- Easy
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.7 ratings
Pair chocolate and marmalade for a dessert made in heaven. The cream – which works with lots of other desserts, too – takes it up another notch
- 2 hrs 40 mins
- More effort
- Vegetarian
Mandarin-in-the-middle Christmas pud
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.14 ratings
Impress your guests with this traditional, steamed pudding with a difference - cut to reveal a tender fruit centre and oozing citrus syrup
- 8 hrs 45 mins
- Easy
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.12 ratings
This syrupy twist on Christmas pud takes no time to prepare and can be steamed or made in the microwave.
- 1 hr 50 mins
- Easy
Christmas sticky toffee pudding
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.14 ratings
Switch up your traditional Christmas pudding with this sticky toffee version. It's a great modern twist on the classic festive dessert
- 2 hrs 55 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Cherry pecan Christmas pudding
A star rating of 5 out of 5.5 ratings
This lighter version of the classic Christmas pud is still full of festive flavours - citrus zest and brandy are added to this nutty spiced fruitcake
- 8 hrs 35 mins
- More effort
A star rating of 5 out of 5.14 ratings
The loaf shape makes this pud easy to slice and serve, and it takes less time to cook than a steamed one
- 3 hrs
- Easy
Vegan Christmas pudding
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.18 ratings
Make this vegan Christmas pudding as part of a festive feast, packed with dried figs, raisins, sultanas and a tot of rum. Serve warm with vegan ice cream
- 3 hrs 30 mins
- Easy
- Vegan
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.18 ratings
Not your traditional Christmas pud, but a winner with our food team. A cross between sticky toffee and Christmas pud with a lighter feel
- 1 hr 55 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian

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Can I use butter instead of suet in Christmas pudding? ›

If you or someone in your family is a vegetarian and doesn't want to eat suet, look for a recipe that uses butter or margarine instead, such as this recipe for individual Christmas puddings.

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What alcohol is best for Christmas pudding? ›

What better or more traditional way to finish off Christmas dinner than with a showstopping flaming Christmas pud? Brandy works wonderfully well and we've added more punch by infusing it with fantastically festive flavourings.

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Why is my Christmas pudding soggy? ›

If water has entered the wrapped pudding basin then it is likely that the pan was boiling a little too hard, and may also have been too full of water, meaning the water came up and over the top of the pudding basin which makes it easier for water to enter.

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Why is my Christmas pudding not dark? ›

After the first 5 hours of steaming the puddings may not look that dark but do not worry as the colour deepens on the second steaming.

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What can I use if I don't have suet? ›

Alternatives to Suet in Your Cooking

Some recipes recommend using frozen butter as a substitute for suet, but this is risky as the butter melts much faster than suet and your dish will become greasy and heavy. If you can't find suet or you just don't want to use it, try shortening instead.

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What is a good substitute for suet in Christmas pudding? ›

Outside the UK suet can be difficult to find and vegetable shortening is the best alternative. The same weight should be used - 150g and for the US it is 14 tablespoons. As shortening is quite soft it is best to freeze it overnight before grating.

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Does alcohol burn off in Christmas pudding? ›

Once burning, the heat generated warms the liquid alcohol in the pudding, creating more vapour until eventually there is no more alcohol left to vapourise.

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Which supermarket has the best Christmas puddings? ›

King George Christmas Pudding, 1.36kg. ...
George's Classic Christmas Pudding. ...
M&S Collection Christmas Pudding 12-Month Matured. ...
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Asda Extra Special 12-Month Matured Luxury Christmas Pudding 400g. ...
Morrisons The Best 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding. ...
Specially Selected Sticky Toffee Christmas Pudding 800g.

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How long does a homemade Christmas pudding last? ›

Here's a general guideline: Room Temperature: It's safe to store Christmas pudding at room temperature for a few days, but it's not recommended for long-term storage. Refrigerator: In the fridge, Christmas pudding can last for up to a week while maintaining its quality.

Can I eat a 10 year old Christmas pudding? ›

Any pudding using fresh fruit for moisture will go off more quickly, whereas a Christmas pudding soaked in booze with high sugar and dried fruit content will last much longer. Some Christmas puddings, made with dried fruit in the traditional way, are fine to be eaten as much as two years after they were made.

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Is it better to boil or steam Christmas pudding? ›

Ideally we would suggest that when the pudding is made it is steamed for 8 hours (the combined time of the first and second steamings) as the steaming is important for the flavour of the pudding. The pudding can then be microwaved to reheat it on Christmas Day.

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Can you cook a Christmas pudding in a Pyrex bowl? ›

As for all puddings, it should be stored in a cool, dry place until Christmas Day. For the US our preference would be to use Pyrex mixing bowls for steaming Christmas puddings.

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What is the superstition about Christmas pudding? ›

Superstitions say that Christmas pudding must be prepared with 13 ingredients, which are said to represent Jesus and his twelve disciples. It is also said that the mixture should be stirred in turn from east to west, by each family member, to honour the disciples' journey.

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How do you know when Christmas pudding is done? ›

Follow your recipe for the steaming times of your pudding, but if you do need to check then you can insert a skewer through the foil and parchment to check that it comes out clean. Simply patch up the hole with more foil if your pudding needs more time to steam.

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Why does my Christmas pudding taste bitter? ›

According to experts, the secret to Christmas pudding perfection is to heat it to precisely 71 °C. If it gets hotter than 89 °C, the sugars within the fruits in the pudding start to caramelise. So no matter how luxurious its ingredients are, your precious pud will taste bitter.

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Can butter be used instead of suet? ›

Yes you can use grated butter if you prefer. In the same way as Delia prepares quick flaky pastry, its easier to grate it if its been frozen for 45 minutes first and use a little of the flour to keep the gratings separate.

Can you use butter for suet? ›

Frozen butter: Use shredded frozen butter as an alternative to suet in pie crusts. It's important to note that butter has a lower melting point than suet and will melt much faster.

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Does Christmas pudding contain butter? ›

Mix the almonds, apples, candied peel, nutmeg, raisins, flour, breadcrumbs, light muscovado sugar, eggs and 2 tbsp brandy or cognac in a large bowl. Holding the butter in its wrapper, grate a quarter of it into the bowl, then stir everything together.

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What is the purpose of butter in pudding? ›

Ingredient: Butter or Cream

Both butter and cream function very similarly in pudding. They are both added for their fat.

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