Sticky Date Pudding

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Sticky date pudding with caramel sauce is a dessert that epitomizes both elegance and comfort. Its success lies in the careful balance of flavors and textures, with the natural sweetness and moist texture of dates at its core. Enhanced by a silky caramel sauce, this dessert stands out for its rich indulgence and the ability to customize with personal touches such as brandy or rum.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cooking Time

40 minutes

Servings

This recipe serves 8.

Ingredients

  • Dates, pitted and finely chopped: 1 cup (175g)
  • Boiling water: 1 cup (240ml)
  • Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
  • Butter, unsalted, softened: 3/4 cup (170g)
  • Brown sugar, packed: 1 cup (220g) for pudding + 2 cups (440g) for sauce
  • Heavy cream: 1 cup (240ml) for sauce
  • Sea salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
  • All-purpose flour: 1 3/4 cups (220g)
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)

Method

  • Begin by preheating your oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Pour the boiling water over the chopped dates in a bowl, then add the baking soda. Allow to sit until soft, about 10 minutes, then mash lightly.
  • In a separate bowl, cream together 3/4 cup butter and 1 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  • Gradually fold in the flour and date mixture until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared dish.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly.
  • For the caramel sauce, combine 1 cup butter, 2 cups brown sugar, and 1 cup heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, then simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened. Add sea salt.
  • Serve the pudding warm, drizzled with caramel sauce, ideally accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

This sticky date pudding with caramel sauce is a testament to the beauty of combining simple ingredients to create a dessert that feels both luxurious and comforting. The balance of sweet, salty, and creamy elements ensures each bite is satisfying, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Nutritional Information (Approx)

  • Calories: 720
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 23g
  • Carbohydrates: 98g
  • Sugar: 78g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg

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