I’m the same! My mum passed a couple of years ago and until now I simply didn’t have the mental ability to make anything for Christmas. But now I feel I can at least try. It was such a special time for her and us and it’s been so hard without her. But I said I must make an effort this year.

It really is a great desert that wows dinner guests. Great you're keeping your mums traditions going.

This would be a great, lighter alternative to a heavy Christmas pudding. Remember to keep it in the fridge right until you are ready to serve it as it can "melt" quickly in a hot kitchen. Have a Great Christmas.

You are of course 100% correct and that is what I am trying to convey. I reference Delia Smith but explain why I change the recipe. You can't get glucose in the US and my wife is allergic to dark chocolate, so I adapt. You should give milk chocolate a try. In my opinion, it makes it an easier desert to eat - you can certainly eat more :-) Obviously I putt Delia Smith's name in the title to try and get more views. Sometimes it works, sometimes not. KZfaq's algorithm is a law unto itself. I have not delusions, I am just a little KZfaq guy having fun filming, editing and eating.