Sticky Toffee Pudding with Warm Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Sticky Toffee Pudding recipe! A moist sponge cake oozing with rich toffee sauce, topped with a warm vanilla sauce that takes it to the next level.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Warm Vanilla Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, pour the boiling water over the chopped dates and stir in the baking soda. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Cream the butter and sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the date mixture with the butter mixture and mix well. Gradually fold in the flour and baking powder until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While the pudding bakes, make the warm vanilla sauce. In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, sugar, and butter over low heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Serve the warm sticky toffee pudding with the vanilla sauce drizzled on top. Enjoy!
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
- Q: Can I use medjool dates instead of regular dates?
- Q: Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, but the texture and taste may vary slightly.
A: Medjool dates will work well in this recipe, giving a richer flavor to the pudding.
A: Yes, you can make the pudding in advance and reheat it before serving with the warm vanilla sauce.
Helpful tips:
- Soak the dates in hot water to ensure they are soft and easier to incorporate into the batter.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt to the toffee sauce for a hint of savory contrast to the sweetness.
- Top the pudding with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Expert Secrets:
- For a richer toffee flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar in the pudding batter.
- To prevent the pudding from sticking to the baking dish, butter and flour the dish before pouring in the batter.
- For a smoother vanilla sauce, strain it through a fine mesh strainer before serving to remove any lumps.