A traditional plum pudding recipe is a timeless Christmas classic that is known for its rich texture, warm spices, and deep festive flavors. However, many traditional versions feel overly heavy or lack a fresh contrast, making the dessert rich but one-dimensional for modern holiday tables.
At Dolce Frutti, we believe classic recipes can be honored while still being elevated naturally. That’s why we’re sharing a plum pudding recipe that stays true to tradition while introducing a subtle citrus balance. Here is how you can make it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup currants
- ¼ cup chopped Dolce Frutti Barhi dates
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp fresh Dolce Frutti Marsh Ruby Blush Grapefruit juice
- 1 tsp grapefruit zest (optional, very light)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp ginger powder
- Pinch of salt
Traditional Plum Pudding Recipe
- Combine breadcrumbs, flour, brown sugar, raisins, currants, and chopped dates in a large bowl.
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, salt, and mix well.
- Mix in the softened butter until the mixture becomes crumbly
- Now, beat the eggs in a separate bowl until foam is formed. Once done, add them to the mixture along with milk.
- Pour in the fresh Marsh Ruby Grapefruit juice and mix until fully combined.
- Grease a pudding bowl with a little bit of butter, and pour your pudding mixture in.
- Cover tightly and steam for 2 to 2½ hours. However, make sure to check the water level after every few minutes.
- Once cooked, allow the pudding to cool slightly before unmolding. Serve with custard or cream.
Enhance Your Traditional Christmas Desserts with Dolce Frutti
At Dolce Frutti shop, we aim to enhance your holiday celebration through our fresh offerings. All of our fruits are grown in Southern California’s Coachella Valley through permaculture. Specifically, our Marsh Ruby Grapefruit are harvested at the peak of maturation to ensure a perfect balance of sweetness and tang in your Christmas Recipes.