Ice Cream Christmas Pudding

Elevate your holiday celebrations with this show-stopping Ice Cream Christmas Pudding—an effortless twist on the classic festive dessert! This no-bake recipe combines velvety vanilla ice cream with a medley of luscious mixed dried fruits, glacé cherries, and a generous splash of dark rum or brandy for a boozy kick. Crushed ginger biscuits add a delightful crunch, while toasted nuts, mixed spice, and fresh orange zest deliver irresistible layers of flavor. Prepared in just 30 minutes and frozen until firm, this dessert is perfect for make-ahead gatherings. Garnish with shavings of white chocolate and fresh mint for an elegant, festive flair. Whether you're searching for an easy Christmas dessert or a modern take on tradition, this frozen pudding is guaranteed to impress your guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1000 grams Vanilla ice cream
• 200 grams Mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, sultanas, mixed peel, etc.)
• 100 grams Glacé cherries
• 60 ml Dark rum or brandy
• 150 grams Crushed ginger biscuits (or digestive biscuits for a milder flavor)
• 50 grams Chopped toasted nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans)
• 1 teaspoon Mixed spice
• 1 teaspoon Fresh orange zest
• 50 grams White chocolate (for garnish, optional)
• 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Remove the vanilla ice cream from the freezer and let it soften at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes until it is soft enough to mix but not melted.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the mixed dried fruits, glacé cherries, and dark rum or brandy. Stir well to coat the fruits and set aside for 10 minutes to soak.

Step 3

Fold the softened ice cream into the bowl with the soaked fruits. Mix gently but thoroughly to distribute the fruits evenly throughout the ice cream.

Step 4

Add the crushed ginger biscuits, chopped toasted nuts, mixed spice, and orange zest to the ice cream mixture. Fold gently to combine all ingredients into the ice cream.

Step 5

Line a pudding bowl or a similar round mold with plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang to cover the top. Spoon the ice cream mixture into the prepared bowl, pressing it down gently to avoid air pockets.

Step 6

Smooth the surface and cover the pudding with the overhanging plastic wrap. Freeze for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until solid.

Step 7

When ready to serve, remove the pudding from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to loosen slightly. Invert onto a serving plate and remove the plastic wrap.

Step 8

If desired, garnish the top with grated white chocolate and a few fresh mint leaves for a festive touch.

Step 9

Slice into portions and serve immediately. Enjoy your Ice Cream Christmas Pudding!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1618.5 grams (1618.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4429

Total Fat 167.90g	215%
Saturated Fat 87.90g	440%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 429mg	143%
Sodium 1408mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 622.50g	226%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 485.20g
Protein 56.00g	112%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1472mg	113%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 4002mg	85%

*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: 35.8%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 58.9%