Fig Pudding

A rich and classic steamed dessert made with figs, breadcrumbs, suet, and warm spices, Fig Pudding is traditionally enjoyed with a wine foam sauce.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz breadcrumbs
  • 8 oz figs, finely chopped
  • 6 oz shredded suet
  • 2 eggs
  • A scrape of nutmeg
  • ½ pint milk
  • 6 oz sugar

Method

  1. Chop the figs very finely and mix with breadcrumbs, sugar, suet, and nutmeg.
  2. Add the beaten eggs and milk, mixing well.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a greased pudding basin, cover with a double layer of greased paper, and steam for 3 hours.
  4. Serve hot with wine foam sauce.