Jun 04 2026
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Sticky Date Toffee Pudding Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Brio
Time1h
Serves8

Vanilla bean ice cream, toffee rum sauce

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Ingredients

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Pudding

Toffee Rum Sauce

Serving

Method

Pudding Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dates

    In a bowl, combine the pitted dates and boiling water. Let them soak for about 15 minutes until soft. Add baking soda and mash the dates until smooth.

  2. 2

    Mix the Batter

    In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the butter mixture, alternating with the mashed date mixture. Mix until just combined.

  4. 4

    Bake

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Toffee Rum Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring until smooth. Add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the dark rum and vanilla extract, and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Cut the warm sticky date pudding into squares, place on a plate, and drizzle generously with the toffee rum sauce. Serve with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top.

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