Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the festive season than with a delicious chocolate orange Christmas pudding? This recipe is perfect for those who love the classic chocolate orange flavor and want to add a twist to the traditional Christmas pudding. With its rich chocolatey taste and zesty orange flavor, this recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 225g breadcrumbs
- 225g suet
- 225g dark brown sugar
- 100g self-raising flour
- 50g cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 orange, zest and juice
- 1 Terry’s Chocolate Orange, chopped
- 150ml milk
- Butter, for greasing
Instructions:
- Mix the breadcrumbs, suet, sugar, flour, and cocoa powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the beaten eggs, orange juice, zest, chopped Terry’s Chocolate Orange, and milk to the dry mixture. Mix well until everything is combined.
- Grease a 2-litre pudding basin with butter and spoon the mixture into the basin. Cover with a double layer of greased baking paper and foil, making a pleat in the middle to allow room for the pudding to expand.
- Place the pudding basin in a large saucepan and pour boiling water into the pan until it comes halfway up the sides of the basin. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 6-8 hours, topping up the water as needed.
- Remove the pudding from the pan and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes before turning it out onto a serving plate.
- Serve with cream or brandy butter and enjoy your delicious Terry’s Chocolate Orange Christmas pudding!
Nutritional Information:
Per serving:
- Calories: 536
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Sugar: 47g
- Protein: 7g
- Salt: 0.6g
Cooking Time:
6-8 hours
Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl
- 2-litre pudding basin
- Baking paper
- Foil
- Large saucepan
- Serving plate
Serving Suggestions:
This delicious pudding can be served with a dollop of whipped cream or brandy butter. You can also decorate it with some candied orange peel or fresh berries to add a festive touch to your dessert.
Variations and Substitutions:
If you don’t have Terry’s Chocolate Orange, you can use any other chocolate orange or orange-flavored chocolate. You can also substitute suet with butter or vegetable shortening if you want a vegetarian version of this pudding.
Storage:
You can store the pudding in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. To reheat, steam for 2-3 hours or microwave for 2-3 minutes per slice.
Tips and Notes:
- Make sure to grease the pudding basin well to prevent the pudding from sticking to the sides.
- Don’t forget to make a pleat in the baking paper and foil to allow room for the pudding to expand as it cooks.
- You can also make this pudding in advance and freeze it for up to 2 months. To reheat, steam for 3-4 hours or microwave for 5-6 minutes per slice.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I make this pudding in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can make this pudding in a slow cooker. Grease the slow cooker bowl, spoon the pudding mixture into the bowl, and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pudding is cooked through.
Can I substitute the cocoa powder with drinking chocolate?
No, you cannot substitute cocoa powder with drinking chocolate as drinking chocolate contains sugar and other additives that can affect the texture and flavor of the pudding.
Can I make this pudding without eggs?
You can make this pudding without eggs by substituting them with 1 mashed banana or 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
Final Thoughts:
This Terry’s Chocolate Orange Christmas pudding recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves the classic chocolate orange flavor. The rich, chocolatey taste combined with the zesty orange flavor makes for a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. So, why not give it a try and impress your family and friends with your baking skills? Happy holidays!