Description
Indulge in the warmth and richness of Sticky Toffee Pudding, a classic dessert that brings comfort to any occasion. This delightful cake-style pudding is infused with sweet dates and drenched in a luscious caramel sauce, creating an irresistible treat perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Its moist texture and deep flavors make it a favorite among dessert lovers. Serve it warm with whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself, this Sticky Toffee Pudding is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup homogenized milk
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Sea salt flakes
- ½ cup butter (for caramel sauce)
- 1 cup brown sugar (for caramel sauce)
- ½ cup 35% cream (for caramel sauce)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (for caramel sauce)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly butter an 11 x 8-inch casserole dish.
- Soak chopped dates in hot milk mixed with baking soda; set aside for 15 minutes.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix with butter and dark brown sugar using a food processor.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture along with the soaked dates until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for about 30 minutes until golden.
- For the caramel sauce, melt butter, brown sugar, and salt before adding cream; simmer until thickened.
- Poke holes in the baked pudding and pour some caramel sauce over it to soak in.
- Serve warm with whipped cream and drizzle additional caramel on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square piece (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use fresh, plump dates for optimal flavor. For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend suited for baking. Experiment by adding nuts or spices like cinnamon for a unique twist.