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Traditional Steamed Plum Pudding

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PREP TIME
20 min
COOKING TIME
120 min
TOTAL TIME
140 min
SERVINGS
6 servings
Dessert British
Traditional Steamed Plum Pudding
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 12 dates, pitted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup dried currants
  • 1/4 cup candied mixed fruit peel, chopped
  • 1 orange, zested
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
Instructions
1
Begin by coating the pudding mold liberally with a generous amount of fat, ensuring it is well-coated to prevent sticking.
2
In a large saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, milk, dates, raisins, currants, mixed fruit peel and orange zest; heat over high heat until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
3
Remove the saucepan from the heat source and stir in the baking soda until it is fully incorporated. Next, sift in the flour, cinnamon and salt; gently fold the mixture until it is smooth and well-blended.
4
Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared pudding mold, making sure to fill it evenly and completely.
5
Cover the pudding mold with two layers of greased wax paper, ensuring a tight seal to prevent steam from escaping.
6
Steam the pudding for 2 hours, allowing it to cook thoroughly and absorb all the flavors.