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Figgy pudding is a type of Christmas pudding which was originally made with figs^. It may be baked, steamed in the oven, boiled or fried.

Figgy pudding dates back to 16th century England

Today, the term figgy pudding is popularised mainly by the Christmas carol "We Wish You A Merry Christmas," which includes the line, "Now bring us some figgy pudding" In the West Country of England (from which the carol comes), "figgy pudding" referred to a raisin or plum pudding, not necessarily one containing figs.