Plum Duff
Plum duff is a traditional British steamed pudding made with dried fruits — historically called "plums" — along with spices and a splash of brandy. Steaming keeps the pudding dense and moist, and the brandy adds warmth to the fruit-forward flavor. It takes roughly 2 to 3 hours of steaming, making it a good make-ahead dessert for cold-weather occasions.
Equipment
- Steaming pot
- Mixing Bowls
- Wooden spoon
- Pudding basin
- Greaseproof paper
- Kitchen twine
Ingredients
For Dry Components:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp mixed spice preferably homemade
For the Fruit Mixture:
- 1 cup currants soaked overnight in brandy
- 1 cup raisins
- ½ cup suet or unsalted butter, finely chopped
- ½ cup brown sugar lightly packed
For Wet Components:
- 2 large eggs beaten
- ¼ cup brandy optional
Instructions
- Mix all the dry ingredients in a large bowl, ensuring they are thoroughly combined.
- Add in the suet or finely chopped butter, currants, and raisins to the dry mixture, coating them well to evenly distribute.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and brandy (if using). Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing until you achieve a sticky and cohesive dough.
- Grease the pudding basin and transfer the mixture into it, lightly pressing down to avoid any air pockets.
- Cover with a layer of greaseproof paper and then foil, securing with a kitchen twine to keep it watertight.
- Steam the pudding in a pot for about 3 hours. Ensure the water level is maintained and does not touch the basin.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly in the basin before turning out onto a plate.
Notes
- Ensure the steaming pot is not left unattended to prevent the water level from falling too low.
- Soaking fruits overnight amplifies their natural sweetness and adds depth to the flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 334kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 81mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 2mg
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