Mom's Christmas Carrot Pudding

Savor the timeless charm of holiday traditions with Mom’s Christmas Carrot Pudding, a rich and spiced dessert that’s sure to warm hearts and palates. This classic steamed pudding combines finely grated carrots and potatoes for a uniquely moist texture, enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Sweet raisins, tangy currants, and optional chopped walnuts elevate the flavors to festive perfection. Gently steamed to preserve its soft, tender crumb, this dessert pairs beautifully with a drizzle of cream or brandy sauce. With its nostalgic appeal and comforting aroma, this hearty pudding is an unforgettable centerpiece for any Christmas celebration.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:180 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups carrots, finely grated
• 1 cup potatoes, finely grated
• 0.5 cups butter, melted
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup currants
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a pudding mold or heatproof bowl with butter and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, grated potatoes, and melted butter. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the sugar to the carrot mixture and stir until fully dissolved.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the carrot mixture until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Stir in the raisins, currants, and walnuts (if using). Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pudding mold, leaving about 1 inch of space at the top for expansion.

Step 8

Cover the mold tightly with foil and secure it with kitchen twine or an elastic band to form a seal.

Step 9

Place the mold in a large pot with a steaming rack. Add enough water to the pot to come halfway up the sides of the mold.

Step 10

Bring the water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cover the pot with a lid and steam the pudding for 2.5 hours, checking occasionally to ensure the water level remains sufficient. Add boiling water as needed.

Step 11

Once steamed, carefully remove the pudding mold from the pot and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before unmolding.

Step 12

Serve warm with a drizzle of cream, a dollop of brandy sauce, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1521.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3779.5

Total Fat 139.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 257.5mg	0%
Sodium 1693.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 624.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.0g	0%
Total Sugars 381.1g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 58.1IU	0%
Calcium 473.4mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 4839.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 63.4%