Old-Fashioned Sticky Toffee Pudding
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Old-Fashioned Sticky Toffee Pudding, a classic British dessert featuring moist sponge cake made with finely chopped dates and a luscious toffee sauce. Perfect for cozy gatherings and sure to impress.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 45 minutesServes: 8
Ingredients
8 oz pitted dates
1 cup boiling water
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups self-raising flour
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
For the toffee sauce:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup packed light brown sugar
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
2. Combine dates and boiling water in a bowl, let sit for 5 minutes. Stir in baking soda.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
4. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Stir in date mixture.
5. Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. Meanwhile, make the toffee sauce by melting butter in a pan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cream, then simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
7. Once the pudding is baked, pierce it all over with a skewer and pour half of the toffee sauce over the top.
8. Return to the oven for 5 minutes to soak up the sauce.
9. Serve warm with remaining sauce drizzled over.
Storage
Store covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating
Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 30-40 seconds, or cover and warm in a 300°F oven for 10 minutes.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
