February 12 National Plum Pudding Day #NationalPlumPuddingDay

I wanted to share a unique #Holiday with you that falls on February 12th celebrating National Plum Pudding Day #NationalPlumPuddingDay. I don’t know about you, but I’ve never had Plum Pudding, and I don’t think I want to try it because I’m not too fond of Prunes.

As for Charlie, I’m sure he isn’t going to want to try Plum Pudding either. As for David I don’t think he would want to try Plum Pudding either, but David is so crazy I wouldn’t be surprised if he didn’t try it it to celebrate the #holiday.

Here is a Kid-Friendly Recipe for Plum Pudding you and your family can make for dinner this evening. Or you can use this recipe in your #Homeschool Classes if your teaching a #cooking class. Let me know what you thought of the recipe and why.

Kid‑Friendly Plum Pudding: A Sweet, Family‑Friendly Twist on a Classic Dessert

If you’ve ever wanted to introduce your kids to the charm of old‑fashioned holiday desserts, this Kid‑Friendly Plum Pudding is the perfect place to start. It’s warm, comforting, lightly spiced, and simple enough that little helpers can jump right in. No long soak times, no complicated steps — just a cozy, fruit‑filled pudding that feels like a hug from the inside out.

Whether you’re celebrating a holiday, hosting a winter tea party, or creating a new family tradition, this gentle version of plum pudding is a sweet way to bring everyone together in the kitchen.

Why This Plum Pudding Is Perfect for Kids

Mild, warm spices
Easy, mix‑and‑steam method
No alcohol or strong flavors
Fun kid‑friendly steps like stirring, scooping, and decorating
Works beautifully for holidays, homeschool cooking lessons, or cozy weekend baking

Kid‑Friendly Plum Pudding Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup all‑purpose flour
1 cup soft bread crumbs
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup milk
¼ cup melted butter
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped dried plums (prunes), diced small
½ cup raisins (optional — or swap for mini chocolate chips)

Instructions

1. Prep (Kid Jobs!)

Grease a heat‑safe bowl or pudding mold.
Let kids measure and mix the dry ingredients: flour, breadcrumbs, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

2. Mix (Shared Job)

Whisk milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
Stir gently until combined.
Fold in chopped dried plums and raisins or chocolate chips.

3. Steam (Adult Job)

Spoon batter into the prepared bowl and cover tightly with foil.
Place the bowl in a large pot with 1–2 inches of water.
Cover and steam over low heat for 1½ hours, checking water level occasionally.
Pudding is done when a toothpick comes out clean.

4. Serve (Kid Jobs with Supervision)