Apple Prune and Peach Christmas Pudding

Indulge in the festive decadence of this Apple, Prune, and Peach Christmas Pudding, a modern twist on a traditional holiday dessert. Overflowing with the natural sweetness of dried prunes and peaches, combined with the juicy freshness of apples, this pudding is a celebration of seasonal flavors. Enhanced with warm spices like mixed spice and cinnamon, along with zesty notes of orange and lemon, every bite radiates holiday cheer. The pudding is steamed to perfection for a moist and rich texture, making it the ultimate centerpiece for your Christmas table. Serve it warm with custard, cream, or brandy butter for a dessert that’s as comforting as it is memorable. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this make-ahead Christmas pudding makes a delightful treat for your family and guests. Keywords: Christmas pudding, dried fruit dessert, holiday recipes, festive dessert ideas, apple prune peach pudding.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 150 g Dried prunes
• 150 g Dried peaches
• 2 medium Apples
• 100 g Self-raising flour
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 100 g Brown sugar
• 100 g Butter
• 2 tsp Mixed spice
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 orange Orange zest
• 1 lemon Lemon zest
• 2 large Eggs
• 100 ml Milk
• 50 ml Brandy (optional)
• 1 tbsp Butter for greasing

Directions

Step 1

Chop the dried prunes and peaches into small pieces. Peel, core, and finely chop the apples. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, breadcrumbs, brown sugar, mixed spice, and ground cinnamon.

Step 3

Gently melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave, then allow it to cool slightly before adding it to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped prunes, peaches, apples, orange zest, lemon zest, eggs, milk, and brandy (if using) until the mixture is evenly combined.

Step 5

Grease a 1.2-liter (2-pint) pudding basin thoroughly with butter.

Step 6

Spoon the mixture into the prepared basin, pressing it down gently to level the surface.

Step 7

Cover the basin with a round piece of parchment paper, then tightly cover it with aluminum foil. Use kitchen string to secure it tightly around the basin rim.

Step 8

Place the pudding basin in a large pot or steamer. Pour boiling water into the pot until it reaches halfway up the sides of the basin. Cover the pot with a lid.

Step 9

Steam the pudding over medium-low heat for 3 hours, checking occasionally to ensure the water level remains consistent. Add more hot water if needed.

Step 10

Carefully remove the pudding from the pot and let it cool for 5–10 minutes before turning it out onto a plate. Serve warm with custard, cream, or brandy butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1248.5 grams (1248.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2854

Total Fat 115.00g	147%
Saturated Fat 59.40g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.60g
Cholesterol 648mg	216%
Sodium 3228mg	140%
Total Carbohydrate 407.30g	148%
Dietary Fiber 41.20g	147%
Total Sugars 186.90g
Protein 51.30g	103%

Vitamin D 151IU	753%
Calcium 498mg	38%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 3058mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 56.8%