Step into the holiday season with a touch of elegance and warmth in the form of a delightful dessert that blends the festive flavors of Christmas with a hint of citrus sweetness. Edd Kimber’s Clementine Chocolate Christmas Pudding is a decadent twist on a traditional classic that will surely impress your loved ones gathered around the table. This luxurious pudding combines the richness of dark chocolate with the bright zest of clementines, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. It’s the perfect ending to any festive gathering, leaving your guests asking for more.
**Edd Kimber’s Clementine Chocolate Christmas Pudding**
**Ingredients:**
– 200g dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
– 100g unsalted butter
– 150g soft light brown sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– Zest of 3 clementines
– 75g self-raising flour
– 50g ground almonds
– 2 clementines, peeled and segmented
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/Gas Mark 4. Grease a 1-litre pudding basin with butter and set aside.
2. In a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, melt the dark chocolate and butter together, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and clementine zest together until well combined.
4. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to ensure a smooth consistency.
5. Gently fold in the self-raising flour and ground almonds until fully incorporated.
6. Carefully fold in the clementine segments, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
7. Pour the mixture into the prepared pudding basin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8. Cover the pudding basin with a double layer of baking parchment and secure it with kitchen twine. Make a pleat in the parchment to allow for expansion during cooking.
9. Place the pudding basin in a deep baking tray filled with hot water halfway up the sides of the basin.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the pudding is set, with a slight wobble in the center.
11. Once baked, remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool in the basin for 10 minutes before carefully turning it out onto a serving plate.
12. Serve the Clementine Chocolate Christmas Pudding warm, accompanied by a dollop of clotted cream or a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
Create lasting memories this festive season with Edd Kimber’s Clementine Chocolate Christmas Pudding. The combination of luxurious dark chocolate, zesty clementines, and a hint of almond makes this dessert a showstopper that will have your guests craving more. So, gather your friends and family around the table, and let the magic of the holidays come alive as you savor each bite of this delectable treat. Cheers to a season filled with joy, warmth, and delicious creations like this one!
