Christmas pudding recipes
34 Recipes
Whether you make yours on Stir-up Sunday, or you need a last-minute pud for Christmas Day, we have the answer with fruity, nutty and chocolatey recipes.
A classic light, spiced Christmas pudding - so simple you don't even need any kitchen scales
A fruity pud, served with orange custard cream, makes the perfect end to the traditional Christmas meal
An irresistibly tipsy passion fruit and Cointreau-laced pud that steams in half the time of a traditional Christmas pudding
A twist on the classic Christmas pudding, our cherry version is served with silky dark chocolate, a rich brandy sauce and a dollop of double cream
A homemade Christmas pudding is easy to make, then it just needs time in the steamer to turn it into a glorious, rich, fruity dessert. A festive classic
A great last-minute alternative to a traditional Christmas pudding - plus it reheats in only five minutes
Wow. A definite crowd pleaser - chocolate mousse hidden by a layer of chocolate sponge, covered with the best chocolate topping we've ever tasted
This deliciously moist alternative to the traditional pudding was conjured up by combining sticky toffee pudding and carrot cake
Use up leftover Christmas pudding in this tasty frozen treat from BBC Good Food reader Jo Langley
Bespoke festive puddings mean you can customise each one to individual tastes while keeping the rich fruity base the same
Pair chocolate and marmalade for a dessert made in heaven. The cream – which works with lots of other desserts, too – takes it up another notch
Impress your guests with this traditional, steamed pudding with a difference - cut to reveal a tender fruit centre and oozing citrus syrup
This syrupy twist on Christmas pud takes no time to prepare and can be steamed or made in the microwave.
This lighter version of the classic Christmas pud is still full of festive flavours - citrus zest and brandy are added to this nutty spiced fruitcake
The loaf shape makes this pud easy to slice and serve, and it takes less time to cook than a steamed one
Make this vegan Christmas pudding as part of a festive feast, packed with dried figs, raisins, sultanas and a tot of rum. Serve warm with vegan ice cream
Not your traditional Christmas pud, but a winner with our food team. A cross between sticky toffee and Christmas pud with a lighter feel
Good Food reader Marion Biles shares her recipe for this creamy and luxurious pud using leftover stollen
Give your Christmas pud leftovers a second life with this easy strudel recipe
We've blended two tempting sweet treats – rocky road and cheesecake – to create this irresistible make-ahead dessert, perfect for festive entertaining
This child-friendly pud by reader Julie Prior is a classic twist on the traditional Christmas pudding
A classic that every Christmas table should have. Make ahead and simply steam the puds to reheat on the big day
Traditional Christmas pud is not universally popular, especially with children - this wonderfully moist chocolate version could be the answer
Impress your guests with this showstopping Christmas dessert, which can be made up to one month ahead
