Why do we light Christmas pudding? It’s said that the flaming brandy represents the Passion of Christ and traditionally there were 13 ingredients in the pudding, said to represent Christ’s 13 disciples.

Why do you set Christmas pudding on fire?

Why do we light Christmas pudding? It’s said that the flaming brandy represents the Passion of Christ and traditionally there were 13 ingredients in the pudding, said to represent Christ’s 13 disciples.

How do you heat and serve Christmas Pudding?

Remove the kitchen foil and parchment paper. Run a warm knife around the inside edge of the bowl. Put a warm plate on top of the pudding basin, carefully invert the pudding and let it slide onto the plate. Keep warm until serving.