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Indulge in a sweet and satisfying dessert with this easy sticky toffee pudding recipe. Moist and dense cake base made with dates and brown sugar, topped with a rich and gooey toffee sauce. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

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This sticky toffee pudding is a sweet and indulgent dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth! It starts with a moist and dense cake base, made with dates and brown sugar, and is topped with a rich and gooey toffee sauce. You can even finish the pudding off with a sprinkle of chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts go great with it!) for added texture and flavor.

It's the perfect end to any meal and will impress your guests. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat. This recipe is easy to follow, and it only requires a few simple ingredients, so you can have a delicious sticky toffee pudding ready in no time.

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  • 🍮 What is sticky toffee pudding?
  • 🥘 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥣 Favorite pans for making Sticky Toffee Pudding
  • 🍴 Storage
  • 🌟 Top Tip
  • 💭 FAQs
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🍮 What is sticky toffee pudding?

Sticky toffee pudding is a classic British dessert that is loved by many. It is a sweet and rich dessert that consists of a moist and dense cake base made with medjool dates and brown sugar, and it's topped with a warm toffee sauce. The pudding is often served warm and can be accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream.

The combination of the soft and moist cake with the sticky and sweet toffee sauce makes for a truly indulgent treat. Sticky toffee pudding is easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients, making it a perfect dessert option to whip up for any occasion.

🥘 Ingredients

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  • Dates: Techincally any type of date could be used in this recipe, but I prefer medjool dates for the rich, deep flavor they provide.
  • Unsalted butter: Salted butter can also be used; just be sure to decrease the amount of salt added by ¼ teaspoon per ½ cup of butter.
  • Brown sugar
  • Vanilla: Don't settle for imitation vanilla in this recipe! The puddings are SO much better with the real thing.
  • Eggs
  • Corn syrup
  • Flour
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Whipping cream

🔪 Instructions

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  1. Cover the dates with water and boil until soft.
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2. Cream butter, brown sugar, vanilla, eggs, and corn syrup.

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3. Mix in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

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4. Blend the dates in a blender until smooth.

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7. Allow to cool slightly before removing from the pan.

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8. Meanwhile, make the toffee sauce by adding cream, butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla to a saucepan.

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9. Boil sauce until thickened.

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10. Pour the toffee sauce on top of the puddings and top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream right before serving.

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🥣 Favorite pans for making Sticky Toffee Pudding

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This recipe can be made using a variety of different pans and sizes. These are the ones that I recommend for the best results.

  • Mini bundt cake pan: Makes 6-8 cakes (depending on how full you fill the cakes.) Baking time is 20-25 minutes.
  • Muffin pan: Makes 12 cakes. Baking time is 18-20 minutes.
  • Ramekins: Makes 10 cakes using 4-inch ramekins or 8 cakes using 7-inch ramekins. Baking time is 20-25 minutes.
  • 8x8 pan: Makes 12 servings. Baking time is 25-30 minutes.

🍴 Storage

Store leftover cakes and sauce separately, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat both in the microwave before serving.

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🌟 Top Tip

Do not overcook the toffee sauce. 5 minutes of cooking time is really all you need. The sauce will thicken quite a bit as it cools.

💭 FAQs

Can I use prunes instead of dates in sticky toffee pudding?

Yes! You can use prunes instead of dates in sticky toffee pudding. Prunes have a similar texture and sweetness to dates, making them a great substitute in many recipes that call for dates, including sticky toffee pudding. The pudding may taste slightly different, but it will still be delicious!

Can I freeze sticky toffee pudding?

Sticky toffee pudding is good in the freezer for up to 3 months. To freeze the cakes, first allow them to cool completely after they have been baked. Then, wrap each cake tightly in plastic wrap and place it in an airtight container or freezer bag.

When you are ready to serve the frozen sticky toffee pudding, thaw it in the refrigerator or at room temperature until it reaches the desired temperature. You can then rewarm it in the microwave, if you prefer.

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Indulge in a sweet and satisfying dessert with this easy sticky toffee pudding recipe. Moist and dense cake base made with dates and brown sugar, topped with a rich and gooey toffee sauce. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Inactive Time: 0 hours
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: British

Ingredients

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Pudding

  • 10 medjool dates, chopped and pitted
  • 1 ½ cup water
  • cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Toffee Topping

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving, optional

Instructions

Pudding

  1. Preheat oven to 350. Generously grease a mini bundt cake pan or pan of choice. (See section in the post titled "Favorite Pans.")
  2. Add dates to a small saucepan. Cover the dates with water.
  3. Bring the dates a slow boil and simmer on low until the dates are tender. Let stand for a couple minutes, do not drain the water.
  4. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until well blended.
  5. Once creamed, add the eggs and corn syrup. Mix well.
  6. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and mix until smooth.
  7. Place the date and water mixture in a food processor or blender. Pulse until combined.
  8. Add the date mixture to the cake batter and stir together.
  9. Pour the batter into the mini bundt cake pan. Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes until the cakes are golden brown or a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing to a cooling rack.

Toffee Topping

  1. Meanwhile, add the cream, butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup to a small saucepan.
  2. Heat the mixture over medium heat and bring to a slow boil. Simmer, stirring constantly, for five minutes or until the mixture has slightly thickened.
  3. Pour the toffee sauce on top of the puddings before serving. Serve along with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

1. Do not overcook the toffee sauce. It may seem slightly runny after 5 minutes of cooking, but it will thicken quite a bit as it cools.

Keywords: british, dessert, toffee, cake

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FAQs

Why can't you reheat sticky toffee pudding? ›

Unfortunately though these type of self-saucing puddings do not reheat very well as the sauce tends to thicken and be absorbed by the sponge as the pudding cools. So when you reheat the pudding it will have a sticky base but with very little sauce.

Does America have sticky toffee pudding? ›

The beloved British classic is popping up on dessert menus across the United States, from natural wine bars to Harry Potter World. Sticky toffee pudding is a clear communicator.

Is Sticky date pudding the same as Sticky Toffee? ›

Sticky toffee pudding, known as sticky date pudding in Australia and New Zealand, is a British dessert consisting of a moist sponge cake made with finely chopped dates (optional), covered in a toffee sauce and often served with a vanilla custard or vanilla ice-cream.

Should you refrigerate sticky toffee pudding? ›

For leftovers we recommend storing the sponge and sauce separately in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cover the sponge tightly with clingfilm (plastic wrap) and put the sauce in an airtight container.

Why baking soda in sticky toffee pudding? ›

Plain flour: just regular plain (all-purpose) flour is best here. Baking powder and bicarbonate of soda: baking powder provides the rise and the bicarb is mixed with the dates while they soak which helps to soften them.

Can I eat sticky toffee pudding 2 days out of date? ›

Yes! To get the best shelf life we recommend refrigerating the puddings upon arrival to extend shelf life The dessert is shelf stable for approximately two weeks.

Is sticky toffee pudding served with custard or ice cream? ›

This traditional English sticky toffee pudding has the texture of a sponge-like cake that is super moist and full of sweet dates. The cake batter is baked on top of toffee sauce, then even more toffee sauce is poured on top. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

How long can sticky toffee pudding last in the fridge? ›

Sealed in an airtight container this recipe will last 5 to 6 days. Wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, this sticky toffee pudding recipe will last up to 3 months.

What is the difference between figgy pudding and sticky toffee pudding? ›

Like the Christmas pudding and figgy puddings before it, the sticky toffee pudding is usually steamed for maximum moisture. Instead of figs, however, very finely chopped dates are added to the cake, which gets covered in a toffee sauce.

What is another name for sticky toffee pudding? ›

Sticky Date Pudding – you're my favourite and always will be. Also known as Sticky Toffee Pudding, the simple trick that makes all the difference is to pour some Butterscotch Sauce over the warm cake when it comes out of the oven.

What is a fun fact about sticky toffee pudding? ›

While sticky toffee pudding has a reputation for being an old-timey dessert, it wasn't until the 1970s that it really became popularized. Fun fact: In New Zealand and Australia the dish is called sticky date pudding.

Does Costco have sticky toffee pudding? ›

🤤 Sticky Toffee Pudding at Costco!!! How have I never had this before 😮?

Do the Irish eat sticky toffee pudding? ›

A taste of Sticky Toffee Pudding

The Irish love to eat it as a dessert or snack, accompanied by vanilla ice cream (for a touch of freshness!). You'll find them in most local restaurants serving Irish cuisine, but you can also find them in pastry shops.

What culture is sticky toffee pudding? ›

Although its origins are unclear, it was likely invented during the 20th century in the Lake District of northwest England, from where its popularity spread across the country.

What is sticky toffee sauce made from? ›

Put the cream, butter and sugar in a saucepan. Melt together, then bubble, stirring, until toffee-coloured and saucy. Add salt to taste.

What's the difference between sticky toffee and caramel? ›

Toffee vs Caramel

The difference between toffee and caramel is that caramel is made with white granulated sugar and cooked to 340 degrees Fahrenheit, whereas toffee is made with butter and brown sugar and cooked to 295 - 309 degrees Fahrenheit.

What does sticky toffee pudding taste like? ›

What Does Sticky Toffee Pudding Taste Like? Sticky toffee pudding has a decadent, soft and almost chewy caramel/toffee flavor and texture.

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