Description

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this classic British dessert, Sticky Toffee Pudding. A moist date cake topped with a luscious toffee sauce, this treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

For the cake:

1 cup pitted dates, chopped
1 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

For the toffee sauce:

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
Prepare the date cake: Combine dates, water, and baking soda. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla. Mix in date mixture and dry ingredients. Bake for 30–35 minutes.
Make the toffee sauce: Melt butter, stir in sugar and cream. Simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in vanilla.
Assemble: Poke holes in the cake, pour over half the toffee sauce. Serve warm with extra sauce and ice cream if desired.

Notes

You can make this dessert ahead of time and reheat gently before serving.
For a deeper flavor, use dark brown sugar.
Individual ramekins can be used for personal-sized servings.