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Sticky Toffee Pudding
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the toffee sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of chopped dates and 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over the dates and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream 1/2 cup of softened butter with 3/4 cup of brown sugar. Beat in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, then fold in the soaked dates and water. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the pudding is baking, prepare the toffee sauce. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of butter, and 1 cup of brown sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce has thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Once the pudding is done, poke holes all over the top with a skewer or fork. Pour half of the warm toffee sauce over the hot pudding, allowing it to soak in. Let the pudding rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve the sticky toffee pudding warm, drizzled with extra toffee sauce and a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Sticky toffee pudding is a classic British dessert with a rich history dating back to the 1970s. Believed to have originated in the Lake District of England, this indulgent treat quickly gained popularity across the UK and beyond. The moist sponge cake is made with dates and covered in a luscious toffee sauce, creating a decadent and comforting dessert. Renowned chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Jamie Oliver have put their own spin on this beloved dish, further cementing its status as a British culinary icon. Today, the best versions of sticky toffee pudding can be found in traditional English pubs and fine dining restaurants, where it's often served with a dollop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of custard. Getting the toffee sauce just right is crucial to achieving the perfect balance of sweetness and richness in this beloved dessert. For a unique twist, some chefs incorporate ingredients like whiskey or rum into the toffee sauce, adding an extra layer of depth to the flavor profile. Whether enjoyed in a quaint countryside inn or a bustling urban eatery, sticky toffee pudding continues to delight dessert enthusiasts with its irresistible combination of warm, gooey goodness.
50 min
8
380 calories
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