Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe
A deliciously decadent dessert made with dates and pears, warming, sweet, and comforting.
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Ingredients
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Sticky Toffee Pudding Ingredients
Method
Sticky Toffee Pudding Directions
- 1
Prepare the Dates
Chop the pitted dates and place them in a bowl. Pour the boiling water over the dates and let them soak for about 15 minutes until softened.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Mash the soaked dates with the water using a fork until smooth. Fold the date mixture into the butter and sugar mixture. Sift in the self-raising flour and baking powder, and gently fold until just combined. Finally, fold in the diced pears.
- 4
Bake the Pudding
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a small saucepan, combine the dark brown sugar and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- 6
Serve
Once the pudding is baked, let it cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm, drizzled with the toffee sauce.
