Tennessee Sugar Plum Bliss: A Festive Holiday Pudding Delight 🎄✨
Sugar Plum Pudding Recipe 🎄
Overview:
Sugar Plum Pudding, a cherished recipe passed down through generations, hails from the heart of Tennessee, where warmth and holiday cheer abound. Originally shared by a generous soul during festive Air Force gatherings, this dessert embodies the spirit of togetherness and the joy of the season. With a delightful blend of flavors and a touch of nostalgia, it’s perfect for Christmas dinners or any cozy gathering where sweet memories are made.
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 13×9 pan
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
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| Sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Vanilla | 1 teaspoon |
| Buttermilk | 1 cup |
| Prunes | 1/2 cup |
| Flour | 2 cups |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Baking Soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Nutmeg | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Allspice | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Margarine | 1/2 cup |
| Sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Baking Soda | 1/2 – 1 teaspoon |
| Buttermilk | 1/2 cup |
| Nuts (optional) | 1 cup |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, and nuts if desired. Set aside.
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Beat Eggs: In a separate large mixing bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: Stir in sugar, margarine (or oil), and vanilla extract into the beaten eggs until well combined.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add half of the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, blending until smooth.
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Add Buttermilk: Pour in the buttermilk and mix until fully incorporated.
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Finish Mixing: Add the remaining half of the flour mixture and mix until the batter is smooth and uniform in texture.
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Fold in Prunes: Gently fold in the chopped prunes until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Prepare Pan: Grease a 13×9-inch baking pan generously.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Prepare Topping: While the cake is baking, prepare the topping. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, baking soda, and buttermilk. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil.
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Top the Cake: Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and pour half of the hot topping mixture over the hot cake.
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Allow to Soak: Use a spatula or knife to gently pull the edges of the cake away from the sides of the pan, allowing the liquid to soak into and around the cake.
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Finish Topping: Pour the remaining topping mixture over the cake, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
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Chill: Allow the cake to cool slightly, then cover it and let it soak overnight in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors.
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Serve or Store: Serve slices of this delightful Sugar Plum Pudding chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or whipped cream if desired. It also freezes well, making it a convenient make-ahead dessert for busy holiday gatherings.
Indulge in the rich flavors and heartwarming nostalgia of this beloved holiday treat, a true taste of Tennessee tradition and Air Force camaraderie. Enjoy the magic of the season with every delicious bite! 🎅🍰
