RCI-DS.002.0084.001
Frozen Christmas Plum Pudding
A southern-hemisphere Christmas plum pudding - in the southern hemisphere they have a summer Christmas so they have adapted some of the more traditional festive fare to local conditions.
Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Total10 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- dried fruits (mixed) finely chopped4 cup
- orange rind1 tbspgrated
- 2 tbsp
- brandy or masala½ cup
- 2 tbsp
- water1 tbspboiling
- ice cream1 gallonvanilla slightly softened but not melted
Method
1
Combine the finely chopped mixed dried fruits, grated orange rind, and cocoa in a large mixing bowl.
2
Pour the brandy or masala over the dried fruit mixture and stir well to coat all ingredients evenly. Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
3
Dissolve the gelatine in 1 tablespoon of boiling water, stirring constantly until completely dissolved. Allow to cool for 2–3 minutes.
4
Gently fold the slightly softened vanilla ice cream into the dried fruit mixture in batches, stirring carefully to avoid melting the ice cream.
5 minutes
5
Pour the cooled dissolved gelatine into the ice cream mixture and fold gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
6
Transfer the mixture into a pudding mould or loaf tin, pressing down gently to eliminate air pockets. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
7
Cover the mould tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and freeze for at least 4–6 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely firm.
360 minutes
8
Remove the frozen pudding from the freezer 10 minutes before serving to allow it to soften slightly. Run a warm knife around the edges and turn out onto a chilled serving plate.
9
Slice into portions and serve immediately on chilled dessert plates.