Traditional warm Christmas pudding, typically served with a brandy cream, is even better in individual ‘cups’ perfect for every guest. This recipe from Culinary Ginger is a gently spiced pudding of dried fruit, chocolate and a well-rounded combination of sherry and brandy.
Christmas Pudding with Brandy Cream
Ingredients:
26 ounces mixed dried fruit (I used golden raisins, dark raisins, dried cranberries)
Zest from 1 medium orange
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2 bags black tea
1/4 cup sherry
1/4 cup brandy
7 ounces/14 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
2/3 cup lightly packed brown sugar
2 eggs room temperature
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3/4 cup all purpose flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
1 oz dark chocolate, finely grated
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons icing sugar (use 3 if you like it sweeter)
3 tablespoons brandy
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