What is the pudding in A Christmas Carol?
Its a richly spiced classic British dessert and studded with dried fruits.
But what exactlyisfiggy pudding?
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It is the classic Christmas dessert.
A Long-Time Holiday Standard
Now a popular Christmas tradition, the dish is steeped in religious symbolism.
What Is Figgy Pudding Made From?
That said, figgy pudding doesnt always contain figs.
Heron says this process helps blend the flavors and allows the pudding to develop a dense, moist texture.
Traditionally, the dish is flambeed after being doused in brandy and set on fire.
Whats the Difference Between Figgy Pudding, Plum Pudding, and Christmas Pudding?
Heron breaks them down here.
Additional ingredients could include suet, breadcrumbs, eggs, and sometimes alcohol.
The word plum was a generic term used to refer to raisins and other dried fruits.
It didnt necessarily mean plums were in the recipe.
“Over time, the term plum pudding evolved into what is now commonly known as Christmas pudding.
It was a traditional English dessert served during the Christmas holiday season.
The name Christmas pudding came about as it was a customary dessert served during the Christmas season.
However, the name figgy pudding doesnt always mean it exclusively contains figs.
It could contain a variety of dried fruits in addition to or alongside figs.
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