Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sticky Toffee Pudding, a classic dessert that features a moist cake infused with sweet dates and drenched in a warm, buttery caramel sauce. This irresistible treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering. With its rich textures and comforting sweetness, Sticky Toffee Pudding is sure to become a favorite among dessert lovers. Plus, the best part? It’s easy to make, allowing even novice bakers to impress their guests with this deliciously decadent dish.
Ingredients
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- 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
- 1 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Sea salt flakes (for garnish)
- ½ cup butter (for caramel sauce)
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar (for caramel sauce)
- 1 cup cream (35%) (for caramel sauce)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (for caramel sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly butter an 11 x 8-inch casserole dish.
- In a bowl, mix chopped dates with baking soda. Scald the milk in a saucepan and pour it over the dates. Let it cool for about 15 minutes.
- In one bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; in another bowl, beat together eggs. Blend eggs, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla in a food processor until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients through the feed tube while mixing on low speed. Add soaked dates and their liquid; blend until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for about 30 minutes until golden edges form.
- For the caramel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over moderate heat; stir in brown sugar and salt until dissolved. Add cream and simmer until thickened.
- Once baked, poke holes in the pudding surface and pour one-third of the caramel sauce over it to soak.
- Serve warm with additional caramel sauce drizzled on top and a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg