Description
These Easy Mini Christmas Puddings with Sherry and Fruit Mince are the perfect festive dessert. Packed with fruity flavor, a hint of sherry, and holiday spices, they’re moist, rich, and ready to impress. Serve these individual puddings with warm custard and a glace cherry for a traditional Christmas treat that’s both simple and elegant.
Ingredients
- 500g store-bought Christmas cake, crumbled
- ½ cup (125ml) milk
- 4 large eggs
- ⅓ cup (85g) fruit mince
- ¼ cup (60ml) Pedro Ximenez sherry (or another sweet dessert wine)
- Custard, for serving
- Glace cherries, for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled Christmas cake, milk, eggs, fruit mince, and sherry.
- Stir well with a wooden spoon until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated, forming a moist and slightly sticky mixture.
2. Preheat and Portion
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Grease a muffin tin or mini pudding molds thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray.
- Spoon the mixture into the molds, filling each one about three-quarters full. Press the mixture gently to compact it.
3. Bake the Puddings
- Place the molds in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the puddings are set.
- Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Allow the puddings to cool in the molds for 5–10 minutes, then gently remove them and place them on a wire rack.
4. Serve
- Plate each mini pudding individually and top with a generous drizzle of warm custard.
- Garnish with a glace cherry on top for a festive, traditional finish.
Notes
- Alcohol-Free Version: Replace the sherry with orange juice or apple juice for a kid-friendly and non-alcoholic alternative.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the puddings 1–2 days in advance. Store them in an airtight container and reheat before serving.
- Custom Garnishes: Sugared cranberries, edible gold leaf, or even whipped cream are great alternatives to glace cherries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American