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Ingredients
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Pudding
Toffee Sauce
Serving
Method
Prepare the Pudding
- 1
Soak the Dates
In a bowl, combine pitted dates and boiling water. Let soak for about 10 minutes, then mash until smooth.
- 2
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- 4
Combine Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, mix together flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients.
- 5
Fold in Date Mixture
Fold in the mashed date mixture until just combined.
- 6
Bake the Pudding
Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Make the Toffee Sauce
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Bring to a gentle boil and let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Serve
- 9
Assemble the Dish
Cut the sticky toffee pudding into squares, place on a plate, and drizzle with warm toffee sauce. Top with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.
