**Mini Christmas Fruit Puddings: A Festive Treat for the Holidays**
As the holiday season approaches, it's time to start thinking about festive treats to share with loved ones. Mini Christmas fruit puddings are a classic holiday dessert that is both delicious and visually appealing. These individual puddings are packed with dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices, and they're topped with a creamy brandy sauce. They're perfect for a festive dessert or as a gift for friends and family.
This article provides two recipes for mini Christmas fruit puddings: a traditional recipe and a gluten-free version. The traditional recipe uses all-purpose flour, while the gluten-free version uses almond flour and coconut flour. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in advance, making them a convenient option for busy holiday hosts.
In addition to the recipes, this article also includes tips for making the perfect mini Christmas fruit puddings. These tips include how to choose the best dried fruits and nuts, how to properly steam the puddings, and how to make a delicious brandy sauce. With these tips, you'll be able to create mini Christmas fruit puddings that are sure to impress your guests.
Whether you're looking for a traditional holiday dessert or a gluten-free option, these mini Christmas fruit puddings are sure to please. With their rich flavor and festive appearance, they're the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season.
MINI CHRISTMAS FRUIT PUDDINGS
I often get a lot of comments about these mini fruit puddings but I never give my secret away (I'm actually cheating). I don't use alcohol so I use cranberry Juice. Fun for the kids to help. This recipe was given to me from an old work mate. Thanks CC.
Provided by Chef floWer
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 40 mini puddings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mixture:.
- Crumble Fruit Cake in a bowl.
- Add Copha.
- Add Liquid.
- Mix ingredients (Mixture should be moist, if to dry add more liquid, if to moist add more fruit cake).
- Make mixture into little balls.
- Topping:.
- Melt the white chocolate
- Add Melted Copha with chocolate and mix together.
- Cut decorations into small (mini) pieces.
- Putting it together.
- Place balls on serving plate or petite patty pans.
- Dribble a small amount of white chocolate on the top.
- Add the small decoration.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.7, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 0.6, Sodium 27.9, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 3.6, Protein 0.3
MINI CHRISTMAS PUDDING TREATS
A great little treat that look like Christmas puddings. These little puddings are so quick and simple to prepare. They always disappear quickly. You can use orange juice or water with a little brandy essence if you do not wish to add the alcohol. Measurements are all approximations- the mixture should be moist enough to easily roll into small walnut sized balls. Use any purchased Christmas fruit cake-even home brand turns out OK. Any sized cake is OK. You can add some extra diced glace cherries if you wish. My brother-in-law originally made these from a magazine about ten years ago- we have been making them every Christmas since.
Provided by Jubes
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Crumble the fruitcake with your hands into a mixing bowl.
- Stir in the brandy and mix thoroughly. Add enough of the brandy (or substitute) so that the mixture will easily roll into walnut sized balls. Roll into balls using your hands.
- Place the rolled balls onto a lined baking tray.
- Melt the chocolate and drizzle over the balls to represent the custard. Use a teaspoon and let the chocolate run down the sides of the little puddings.
- Chop the snake lollies using scissors into small slices. Add two green and one red piece to the top of the puddings. Position the lolly pieces lose together, these become the holly atop of the puddings.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate has set. Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 2.3, Sodium 70.5, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 11.9, Protein 1.2
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the taste of your puddings.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the puddings tough.
- Bake the puddings in a water bath: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from drying out.
- Let the puddings cool completely before serving: This will help them set properly.
Conclusion:
Mini Christmas fruit puddings are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holiday season. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With a little planning and preparation, you can make these puddings ahead of time and enjoy them all season long.
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