Festive Mini Fruit Pudding Bites
These delightful Festive Mini Fruit Pudding Bites are a fun and easy twist on traditional Christmas puddings. With no alcohol involved, I've replaced it with refreshing cranberry juice and the sweetness of orange juice, making them perfect for kids and the whole family to enjoy. They’re soft, bite-sized treats packed with flavors of the season and finished with a creamy white chocolate glaze, topped with colorful decorations. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these mini puddings are festive, flavorful, and guaranteed to impress your friends and family! A big thank you to my old workmate CC for sharing this cheerful recipe!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Fruitcake
400 g (Pre-made, crumbled)
Copha
60 g (Melted)
Orange juice or Cranberry juice
1 tablespoon (For mixing into the fruitcake)
Copha
30 g (Melted for blending with white chocolate)
White chocolate
40 g (Melted for topping)
Red glazed cherries
10 (For decorative topping (can also use green or other festive toppings))
Instructions
1
Begin by crumbling the pre-made fruitcake into a large mixing bowl until it's fine and can easily mold together.
2
In a separate small bowl, combine 60 g of melted Copha with 1 tablespoon of either orange juice or cranberry juice, then mix well.
3
Pour the Copha and juice mixture over the crumbled fruitcake and mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated. If the mixture seems too dry, you can add a bit more juice, or if too wet, a little more crumbled fruitcake should do the trick.
4
Once the mixture has the right consistency, use your hands to roll it into small balls, about the size of a teaspoon, and place them on a lined tray.
5
Next, melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave, making sure to stir frequently until smooth.
6
Combine the melted white chocolate with the additional 30 g of melted Copha in a bowl, stirring until well mixed.
7
Take your decorations and chop them into small pieces to create a festive finish.
8
Now, drizzle a small amount of the white chocolate-Copha mixture on top of each mini pudding ball and immediately add the small pieces of decoration.
9
Once all the bites are decorated, place them in the fridge to set for at least 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Festive Mini Fruit Pudding Bites?
They are a fun and easy twist on traditional Christmas puddings, made into soft, bite-sized treats packed with seasonal flavors and finished with a white chocolate glaze.
Are these Christmas pudding bites alcohol-free?
Yes, there is no alcohol involved in this recipe, making them perfect for the whole family.
What is used instead of alcohol to moisten the pudding?
The recipe uses refreshing cranberry juice or orange juice to replace the traditional alcohol.
What is the main base ingredient for this recipe?
The base is 400 grams of pre-made fruitcake.
How do I prepare the fruitcake?
You should crumble the pre-made fruitcake into a large mixing bowl until it is fine and can be easily molded together.
How much Copha do I need for the fruitcake mixture?
You will need 60 grams of melted Copha to mix into the crumbled fruitcake.
How much juice should I add to the mix?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of either orange juice or cranberry juice.
What if my fruitcake mixture is too dry?
If the mixture seems too dry, you can add a little bit more juice until it reaches the right consistency.
What should I do if the mixture is too wet?
If the mixture is too wet, adding a little more crumbled fruitcake should help stabilize it.
What size should I make the pudding balls?
The mixture should be rolled into small balls about the size of a teaspoon.
What type of chocolate is used for the glaze?
The recipe uses 40 grams of melted white chocolate for the topping.
How do I melt the white chocolate?
Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave, stirring frequently until smooth.
Is there more Copha needed for the topping?
Yes, you need an additional 30 grams of melted Copha to blend with the melted white chocolate for the glaze.
What is used for the festive decorations?
The recipe suggests using 10 red glazed cherries chopped into small pieces, though green cherries or other festive toppings can be used.
How do I apply the topping?
Drizzle a small amount of the white chocolate and Copha mixture on top of each ball and immediately add the decorative pieces.
How long do the bites need to set?
They should be placed in the fridge to set for at least 30 minutes.
Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Yes, because it is alcohol-free and bite-sized, it is perfect for children.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 6 ingredients in total: fruitcake, Copha, juice, white chocolate, and glazed cherries.
Can I use both orange and cranberry juice?
The recipe suggests using 1 tablespoon of either, but you can choose based on your flavor preference.
Do I need to bake these pudding bites?
No, this is a no-bake recipe where the bites are shaped and then set in the refrigerator.
Who provided this recipe?
The recipe was shared by a workmate named CC.
Are these bites suitable for holiday gatherings?
Yes, they are festive, flavorful, and designed to impress friends and family at holiday parties.
What texture should the fruitcake be when crumbled?
It should be crumbled until it is fine enough to easily mold together into balls.
Can I use other toppings besides cherries?
Yes, the recipe notes you can use green glazed cherries or other colorful festive decorations.
How should I store the finished bites?
They should be kept in the fridge until you are ready to serve them.
How do I ensure the glaze sets correctly?
By mixing the white chocolate with melted Copha and then chilling the decorated bites for 30 minutes.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include Christmas, dessert, no alcohol, kid-friendly, festive, and holiday baking.
Is this a traditional recipe?
It is a modern, easy, and alcohol-free twist on the traditional Christmas pudding.
Can I use homemade fruitcake?
While the recipe specifies pre-made fruitcake for ease, a homemade fruitcake would also work as long as it is crumbled.
What is the serving size for these bites?
The recipe doesn't specify an exact serving count, but they are designed as small teaspoon-sized bites.