Steaming Fig Pudding

Steaming fig pudding is a traditional British dessert that dates back to the 16th century. It was often enjoyed during the holiday season and is still a popular treat today.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Steaming Fig Pudding

Cooking Method: Steaming Cuisine: British Courses: Dessert, Dinner Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Dried Figs
• 1 cup Water
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 cup Whipped Cream

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine the dried figs and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. In a food processor, blend the figs until smooth.
3. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar. Add the egg and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Fold in the pureed figs.
7. Grease a pudding mold or heatproof bowl. Pour the batter into the mold and cover with foil.
8. Place the mold in a steamer or large pot with a steamer basket. Steam for 1 hour.
9. Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes.
10. Carefully remove the pudding from the mold and serve warm with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 58g20%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.