Decadent Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe – Classic British Dessert Idea
This decadent sticky toffee pudding is the ultimate comfort dessert! Moist sponge cake made with dates, drenched in luscious toffee sauce, and served warm for a rich, indulgent treat. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or whenever you crave a classic British dessert.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Baking dish or ramekins
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup boiling water + ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Toffee Sauce:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Dates: Soak chopped dates in boiling water with baking soda. Let soften.
- Make Sponge Batter: Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and softened dates with liquid.
- Bake Sponge: Pour batter into greased baking dish or ramekins. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden and springy. Test with a skewer.
- Make Toffee Sauce: Melt butter in saucepan. Stir in brown sugar and cream. Simmer until glossy and thickened. Add pinch of salt.
- Serve: Pour warm sauce over sponge. Garnish with whipped cream, custard, or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Don’t overbake sponge—test with skewer for doneness.
- Soak dates thoroughly for smooth texture.
- Reheat sauce gently before serving to avoid clumping.
- Use high-quality butter for rich flavor.
- Bake in ramekins for elegant individual servings.