Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsViñas Wine & TapasToffee Cake Recipe

Toffee Cake Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Sticky toffee cake, vanilla gelato, spiced chocolate, fresh seasonal fruit

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Ingredients

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Cake

Toffee Sauce

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dates

    In a bowl, combine the pitted dates with boiling water. Let them steep for about 20 minutes until soft. Once softened, mash the dates with a fork or blend until smooth, then set aside.

  2. 2

    Cream Butter and Sugars

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).

  3. 3

    Add Eggs and Vanilla

    Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract and mix to combine.

  4. 4

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

  5. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the mashed date mixture. Mix until just combined.

  6. 6

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Toffee Sauce Preparation

  1. 7

    Make the Toffee Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar until dissolved. Gradually add the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Serving the Cake

  1. 8

    Serve the Cake

    Once the cake is baked and cooled slightly, cut into slices. Serve warm, drizzled with the toffee sauce, alongside scoops of vanilla gelato and a sprinkle of spiced chocolate sauce. Garnish with fresh seasonal fruit.

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