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Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe Easy Dessert for Sweet Lovers

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A classic British dessert featuring a moist date sponge soaked in luscious toffee sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 200g (about 1 cup) pitted dates, chopped
  • 250ml (1 cup) boiling water
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 100g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • 150g (3/4 cup) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 200g (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 150g (3/4 cup) light brown sugar
  • 100g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
  • 200ml (3/4 cup) heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease your baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Place the chopped dates in a heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Stir in the baking soda and let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to soften the dates.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Using a blender or food processor, puree the soaked date mixture until smooth. Fold the puree into the batter until evenly incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. While the pudding bakes, prepare the toffee sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the light brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles gently (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  9. Once the pudding is done, let it cool for 5 minutes before poking small holes all over the surface with a skewer or fork. Pour half of the toffee sauce over the pudding, letting it soak in.
  10. Serve warm with the remaining toffee sauce drizzled on top. Optional: add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence!

Notes

[‘Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense pudding.’, ‘Prepare the toffee sauce while the pudding bakes for perfect timing.’, ‘Use fresh dates for the best texture and flavor.’, ‘Reheat gently to avoid drying out the pudding.’, ‘Add a splash of cream to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.’]

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Keywords: sticky toffee pudding, dessert, British dessert, easy pudding recipe, holiday dessert, sweet treat

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