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Best Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake Recipe

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This Best Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake is a rich and moist dessert featuring soft dates baked into a tender cake, topped with a luscious homemade toffee sauce. Perfectly sweet with a deep caramel flavor, this classic British treat is ideal for cozy gatherings or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Toffee Sauce

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dates: In a small bowl, combine the chopped dates and baking soda, then pour the boiling water over them. Stir and let the mixture sit for 20 minutes to soften the dates thoroughly.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution.
  4. Make Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Carefully fold in the softened date mixture, incorporating it evenly into the batter without overmixing.
  5. Bake Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Make Toffee Sauce: While the cake is baking, prepare the toffee sauce by combining brown sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  7. Finish with Toffee Sauce: When the cake is done and still warm, poke holes in the surface with a fork to allow the sauce to seep in. Pour half of the warm toffee sauce evenly over the cake and let it absorb.
  8. Serve: Serve the sticky toffee pudding warm or at room temperature, drizzling the remaining toffee sauce over individual portions for extra richness and flavor.

Notes

  • For extra indulgence, serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • Using pitted Medjool dates provides natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Allow the toffee sauce to soak thoroughly for best texture and flavor.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator; reheat gently before serving.

Keywords: sticky toffee pudding, toffee pudding cake, British dessert, date cake, toffee sauce

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