Lithuanian Cranberry Pudding for Christmas Eve
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Lithuanian Cranberry Pudding, a festive and traditional dessert perfect for Christmas Eve. This vibrant dish combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the creamy texture of semolina, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that’s both refreshing and indulgent. Sweetened with just the right amount of sugar and infused with a hint of vanilla, this pudding is as delightful to the taste buds as it is stunning on the table. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s then chilled to perfection, making it an ideal make-ahead dessert for your holiday gatherings. Serve it cold with a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch that your guests will adore. Perfectly suited for traditional Christmas Eve feasts, this luscious Lithuanian treat shines as a unique addition to any festive menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Fresh cranberries
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 liter Water
- 120 grams Semolina
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries well under running water and remove any stems or damaged berries.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cranberries and 1 liter of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the cranberries for about 10 minutes, or until they start to soften and burst, releasing their juices.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl, pressing down on the berries with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
Pour the cranberry liquid back into the saucepan. Add the sugar and a pinch of salt, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.
Over medium heat, gradually sprinkle the semolina into the cranberry mixture, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Continue stirring the mixture constantly until it thickens, about 8-10 minutes. The pudding should have a smooth, creamy texture.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the pudding into a serving dish or individual bowls. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled and set.
Serve the cranberry pudding cold, optionally topped with whipped cream or a sprinkling of powdered sugar for an extra festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.7 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 552 mg | 12% | |
*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.
