Heather Baxter
@heatherbax
Classic Figgy Pudding
A delightful and moist figgy pudding made with dried Calimyrna figs, buttermilk, and warm spices, perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy gatherings. This traditional dessert is rich in flavor and has a unique texture that will impress your guests.
Details
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:christmas
- Ingredients:15
- Views:9
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time21 min.
- Servings14
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups
- 12 ounces
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 cup
- 2 1/2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 3
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1/2 cup
- 1 (2.45 ounce) package
- 3 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Figgy Pudding.
Step 1
Start by gathering all your ingredients to make the cooking process smooth and enjoyable.
Step 2
In a saucepan, gently warm the buttermilk and chopped figs over medium-low heat for about 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the figs to soften beautifully.
Step 3
Once they’re ready, take the saucepan off the heat and let the mixture cool down.
Step 4
While that’s happening, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your tube pan by greasing it well.
Step 5
Don’t forget to grease one side of a sheet of aluminum foil too; this will help with easy removal later.
Step 6
In a mixing bowl, sift together the white whole-wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt, creating a fragrant blend that will elevate your dish.
Step 7
In a separate large bowl, grab your electric mixer and beat the eggs on high speed for about a minute until they’re fluffy.
Step 8
Then, add in the cooled fig and buttermilk mixture, along with the bread crumbs, melted butter, sliced almonds, orange marmalade, orange zest, and if you like, a splash of orange-vanilla flavoring.
Step 9
Mix everything on low speed until it’s just combined—remember, we want to keep it light and airy, so avoid overmixing.
Step 10
Now, gradually fold the sifted flour mixture into the wet ingredients, ensuring everything is well incorporated.
Step 11
Once your batter is ready, spoon it into the prepared tube pan and cover it with the greased side of the aluminum foil.
Step 12
Place it in the preheated oven and let it bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes to 2 hours.
Step 13
You’ll know it’s done when the pudding is firm and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
Step 14
After baking, take it out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Step 15
Then, gently turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 16
Enjoy the delightful aroma filling your kitchen as you await the delicious treat you’ve just created!.