How to Make Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few desserts more indulgent and comforting than a warm, moist sticky toffee pudding cake. This classic British dessert is a timeless favorite, loved for its rich, gooey texture and deep, caramelized flavor. Whether you're serving it as a sweet ending to a special dinner or simply craving a cozy treat on a chilly evening, this dessert is sure to hit the spot.

Traditionally, sticky toffee pudding is made with dates and covered in a luscious toffee sauce, creating a decadent a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups pitted, chopped dates
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ cup boiling water
  • ⅓ cup butter
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 ⅛ cups self-rising flour
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup butter
  • ⅔ cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 1 8-inch cake

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • In a small bowl combine the dates and baking soda. Pour enough boiling water over the dates to just cover them.
  • Cream 1/3 cup of butter with the white sugar until light. Beat in the eggs and mix well to combine.
  • Add the flour and date mixture (including water) to the egg mixture and fold to combine. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a tester comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool slightly and prepare the sauce.
  • To Make Caramel Sauce: In a small saucepan combine the brown sugar, 1/3 cup butter, and evaporated milk. Cook over medium heat and bring to boil. Turn heat down and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. Pour the sauce over individual servings of warm cake.
  • Nutrition

    433 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 83mg
    • Sodium: 477mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 70g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 55g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 139mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 308mg