Irresistibly Indulgent Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake Recipe
A mouthwatering sticky toffee pudding cake that encapsulates comfort and nostalgia in every bite.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish
- Saucepan
Ingredients
For the Pudding
- 8 oz Pitted Dates Substitute with finely chopped prunes or raisins for different flavor.
- 1 cup Boiling Water Hydrates the dates.
- 1 tsp Baking Soda Improves rise and texture.
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easy mixing.
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar Can use coconut sugar.
- ½ cup Brown Sugar Deepens flavor profile.
- 2 large Eggs Room temperature preferred.
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract High-quality recommended.
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Sift before measuring for lighter texture.
- 1 tsp Baking Powder Aids in leavening.
- ¼ tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Toffee Sauce
- 1 cup Brown Sugar Primary sweetener for the sauce.
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melt gently.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a silky texture.
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor complexity.
- ¼ tsp Salt Elevates flavor.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Start by softening the chopped dates in a bowl of boiling water mixed with baking soda for about 10-15 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold this dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined, then add the mashed date mixture.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish, pour in the batter, and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the pudding is baking, combine the unsalted butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, and salt in a saucepan. Simmer for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Once the pudding is done, make holes all over the warm pudding. Pour half of the warm toffee sauce over the top.
- Serve warm with additional sauce drizzled on top and ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
For the ultimate indulgence, serve warm, drizzled with toffee sauce just before serving. Optionally, sprinkle sea salt for contrast.