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Figgy Duff

Canadian · Dessert · Medium

Figgy Duff

Total
1 hr 50 min
Prep
20 min
Serves
8
Calories
330
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A dense steamed pudding packed with raisins, molasses and warm spices, sliced while warm so the buttery crumb stays soft.

Dark molasses gives Figgy Duff its rounded sweetness and deep color, while raisins swell in the moist heat. There are no figs in this version; the fruit is tucked into a firm dough before it goes into its pudding bag.

Leave space inside the cloth for the pudding to expand, and keep the water at a steady simmer. A loose boil can knock the bag against the pot and cook the outside unevenly.

SweetRichClassicVegetarianNut-freeEgg-free

Method

  1. Mix flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ginger, allspice and cinnamon. Toss in the raisins to coat them evenly.

  2. Stir in butter, molasses and water to form a firm, cohesive dough. Place on a clean damp cotton pudding cloth and tie securely, leaving an inch of room above the dough for expansion.

  3. Lower onto a trivet in a large pot of boiling water, with enough water to cover the bag. Reduce to a steady simmer, cover and cook for , topping up with boiling water as needed.

  4. Lift out carefully and drain for . Untie the cloth and turn out; the pudding should feel firm and a skewer should emerge without raw dough. Slice warm into eight wedges.

Forkue tips

  • A clean, tightly woven cotton cloth works better than open cheesecloth, which lets the dough escape.

Storing and reheating

Refrigerate wrapped slices for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months. Steam slices until hot or microwave briefly under a damp paper towel.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

330Calories
4gProtein
63gCarbs
8gFat

Figgy Duff: FAQ

Does figgy duff contain figs?

This version uses raisins rather than figs, along with molasses and three warming spices.

Can I reheat the whole pudding?

Yes. Wrap it again in its cloth and steam over simmering water until warm throughout; slices reheat more quickly.

How do I store and reheat Figgy Duff?

Refrigerate wrapped slices for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months. Steam slices until hot or microwave briefly under a damp paper towel.

How long does Figgy Duff take?

About 1 hr 50 min in total: 20 min prep and 1 hr 30 min cooking.

What do I need to make Figgy Duff?

The key ingredients are all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground allspice, ground cinnamon and raisins, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Figgy Duff?

A clean, tightly woven cotton cloth works better than open cheesecloth, which lets the dough escape.

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