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Classic Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe

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Classic Sticky Toffee Pudding is a rich, moist dessert featuring a luscious date-infused sponge soaked in a decadent homemade toffee sauce. This traditional British treat combines sweet, sticky textures with a deep caramel flavor, perfect for an indulgent finish to any meal.

Ingredients

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Pudding

  • 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted and chopped)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Toffee Sauce

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an eight-inch square baking dish to ensure the pudding doesn’t stick during baking.
  2. Simmer and mash dates: In a small pot, simmer the chopped Medjool dates in 2 cups of water over medium heat for about five minutes until the dates become soft. Then, mash the dates to create a thick paste for incorporation into the batter.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter and dark brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender sponge texture.
  4. Add eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter mixture, mixing well after each addition to ensure smooth, even incorporation.
  5. Combine dry ingredients and fold: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and baking powder until just combined to avoid overmixing. Then fold in the mashed date mixture to infuse the batter with rich flavor and moisture.
  6. Bake the pudding: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes or until the pudding turns golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Prepare toffee sauce: While the pudding is baking, heat the heavy cream, dark brown sugar, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract over low heat in a saucepan, stirring gently until the sugar and butter melt completely and the mixture bubbles, forming a smooth toffee sauce.
  8. Serve: Once baked, allow the pudding to cool slightly. Serve warm, generously drizzled with the warm toffee sauce for an indulgent dessert experience.

Notes

  • Using Medjool dates gives a naturally sweet and rich flavor to the pudding.
  • Mashing the dates after simmering ensures the moisture is absorbed thoroughly by the batter.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the pudding tender.
  • The toffee sauce can be prepared ahead of time and gently reheated before serving.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and cream with vegan alternatives.

Keywords: Sticky Toffee Pudding, British dessert, Date pudding, Toffee sauce, Classic recipe

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