10 Best Christmas Puddings UK | UK Nutritionist Reviewed

Lillypuds won a Great Taste Award in 2016 for their super-scrumptious half-fruit Christmas pudding. It is packed with moreish vine fruits, apples, apricots, almonds and ginger for a slightly spicy Christmas twang. 

This pudding is 100% vegan, making it suitable for anyone aiming for a plant-based Christmas. It is also free from mixed peel, so if the texture or taste of a traditional pud isn't your favourite, this one will be a welcome change. Note that this pack contains two mini puddings, so could work well for housemates or a couple. 

This lovely, large and luxurious Christmas pudding is ideal if you're hosting a big group, all hungry for a decent helping. It has been matured for a whole year for extra tastebud-points, and contains juicy vine fruits, glacé cherries, cider and rum

Matthew Walker's range really does keep its promise of quality texture and flavour, plus the saturated fat levels are relatively low in this fruit pud. This product is vegetarian but not gluten free and it does contain nuts so be careful of those suffering with allergies. 

Wilkin and Sons own around 1,000 acres of land around the village of Tiptree in Essex and their orchard-grown fruits make for a truly spectacular festive flavour sensation. This Christmas pudding contains all organic ingredients, including French brandy and even, thick cut marmalade. 

Though this pudding is small, it's extremely dense and a little portion goes a long way on taste. It is moist in texture and vibrant in flavour, thanks to its UK grown, GMO-free ingredients list. The saturated fat levels in this pudding are not too high, and though it isn't vegan, it is produced in a factory without nuts.

Whilst we are missing some vital information about fat content with this pudding it has made out list because it is absolutely delicious and has the added bonus of having no added sugar, a healthier bet for those watching their diet. 

While it may be lacking in sugar, it definitely isn't lacking in taste, with the fragrant spices of nutmeg and cinnamon alongside sultanas, raisins, prunes and dates there are enough natural sugars to pack a punch. The warming hint of brandy really finishes things off. This is a smaller sized pudding, under 400g so be aware, it won't suit a large family gathering. 

Matthew Walker first started producing Christmas puddings way back in 1899 and the brand is proudly still cooking up its fruity festive specials to this day. This pudding is unsurprisingly a bestseller, fit to burst with almonds, raisins, sultanas, molasses and orange peel. Smashing with brandy cream!

Ready to heat in the microwave if you're pushed for time, this pudding serves four people easily and has received rave reviews from online shoppers, dubbing it 'the nicest Christmas pudding' they've ever tasted. 

A deliciously spiced pudding from artisan bakery Blackberry Cottage. The bakers begin their Christmas puddings in April so by the time Christmas rolls around they are packed with infused flavours. Made using traditional British techniques, Blackberry Cottage has gone a step further and added ale and carrot for a modern twist on a classic. 

This pudding has been cooked through so just needs reheating, which can be done via the traditional steaming method, or by microwaving for extra convenience when you have a house full of Christmas guests. This is a good sized pud at 900g but is not suitable for vegans or those with gluten or nut allergies, so do check what your guests are able to eat first. 

Perfect Mini Puds - these individually wrapped puddings are great to have in the store cupboard if you are not sure how many vegans are coming for dinner. Pull out the quantity you need, heat and serve, helping to take out some of the stresses of cooking a for lots of people. 

They may be vegan but there is no scrimping on flavour here. Deliciously rich fruit mulled with warming rum and spicy cider, each mouthful is a wickedly delectable treat. Sorry, we don't have the specifics of saturated fats and sugar but we can guarantee - these will be a hit. 

The dreamy festive desserts is made by chefs from the independent Carved Angel restaurant in Devon. Based on a traditional Victorian recipe, they are packed with moreish vine-fruit flavours, with white chocolate and cranberries, for a lip-smacking twist!

Ideal if you or someone in your family isn't a big fan of the standard Christmas pud, this creamy dessert could also be served as a Boxing Day or New Year's Eve treat. As this pudding comes from an independent producer, they haven't listed the specific fat and sugar content, but we can guarantee its deliciousness!

Cole's are well-established as producers of high quality Christmas offerings, and their puddings are the cream of their festive fare. We particularly like this Amaretto-enriched pud, which will warm your heart as much as it satisfies your stomach. Matured for a year and replete with yummy ingredients sourced from around the UK, this Christmas dessert is sure to become a family tradition!

We didn't know Christmas puddings could get any more Christmassy, but somehow Cole's have achieved it by stuffing this pudding full of the most decadent marzipan. If you don't have a sweet tooth, then this probably isn't the pudding for you! 

If you prefer your Christmas pudding without the alcoholic tang, or you're expecting a guest with a nut allergy, try this yummy option from Matthew Walker. Packed with plump, sweet, sultanas and fragrant citrus peel, this pudding ticks all the festive boxes while also catering to your loved ones' dietary needs. 

This is only a mini sized pudding, at just 100g, but is a perfect size to store 'just in case' - you never know when it might be needed. With the traditional methods used it is no wonder these Matthew Walker puds have been such a hit with us, and this one is no exception.