Question 1

1. Can I make these puddings ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can prepare the mini puddings in advance and store them in an airtight container. They can be made up to a week ahead. The flavors often improve with time.

Question 2

2. How do I reheat the mini puddings?

Accepted Answer

To reheat, simply steam them for about 20 minutes or until warmed through. You can also microwave them for 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on your microwave's power.

Question 3

3. What can I substitute for brandy?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer not to use alcohol, you can replace brandy with orange juice or apple juice. This will still keep your puddings moist and flavorful.

Question 4

4. Can I use fresh fruit instead of dried fruit?

Accepted Answer

Dried fruit is essential for the texture and flavor of traditional Christmas pudding. Fresh fruit might make the mixture too wet, but you can experiment with small amounts of finely chopped fresh fruit if desired.

Question 5

5. What if I don’t have self-raising flour?

Accepted Answer

You can make your own self-raising flour by mixing plain flour with baking powder. For every 100g of flour, add 1.5 tsp of baking powder.

mini christmas pudding recipe

mini christmas pudding recipe