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Decadent Sticky Toffee Pudding

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Decadent sticky toffee pudding is a warm, moist dessert made with dates and brown sugar, topped with a rich, buttery toffee sauce. This classic British treat is perfect for special occasions and pairs beautifully with ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Toffee Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine chopped dates, boiling water, and baking soda. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
  3. Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  4. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
  5. Fold in the softened date mixture with its liquid.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While baking, make the sauce: melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan. Stir in cream, vanilla, and salt. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Poke holes in the baked pudding and pour half the warm sauce over. Let soak for a few minutes.
  9. Serve warm slices with extra toffee sauce and optional ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra spice.
  • Use ramekins for individual servings.
  • Chopped nuts or a splash of dark rum add extra depth to the sauce.
  • Use coconut cream and plant-based butter for a dairy-free version.
  • Freezes well—wrap portions tightly before freezing.

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