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STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING

Description: A beloved British and Irish classic, Sticky Toffee Pudding is an irresistibly moist sponge cake made with sweet, tender dates and soaked in a rich, buttery toffee sauce. Each bite melts in your mouth, delivering the perfect balance of deep caramel sweetness and warmth. Served with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or custard, this indulgent dessert is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 6


Ingredients:

For the pudding:

  • 200g (7 oz) pitted dates, chopped
  • 300ml (10 fl oz) boiling water
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 100g (3.5 oz) unsalted butter, softened
  • 150g (5 oz) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 200g (7 oz) self-raising flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the toffee sauce:

  • 200g (7 oz) brown sugar
  • 100g (3.5 oz) unsalted butter
  • 200ml (6.8 fl oz) heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract


Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Grease a baking dish or individual ramekins.

2. Soften the Dates

  • In a bowl, combine the chopped dates, boiling water, and baking soda.
  • Let sit for 10 minutes until the dates soften, then mash slightly with a fork.

3. Make the Batter

  • In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Combine & Bake

  • Gently fold in the flour and the softened date mixture until fully incorporated.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared dish or ramekins.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Make the Toffee Sauce

  • While the pudding bakes, prepare the sauce:
    • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter, and cream.
    • Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
    • Reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
    • Stir in the vanilla extract.

6. Final Touch & Serve

  • Once baked, pour half of the toffee sauce over the pudding.
  • Return to the oven for another 5 minutes to let it soak in.
  • Serve warm, drizzled with extra toffee sauce, and enjoy with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or custard for the perfect finishing touch!


Why You’ll Love It – With its deep caramel notes, ultra-moist texture, and silky-smooth sauce, Sticky Toffee Pudding is a dessert that never goes out of style. Whether for a cozy night in or a special occasion, this decadent treat is guaranteed to warm hearts and satisfy sweet cravings.