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Sticky Date Pudding

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Sticky Date Pudding is a rich, moist dessert made with tender dates and topped with a warm butterscotch sauce. This comforting classic is simple to prepare, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 7–9 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 280 g pitted dates, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, loosely packed
  • 80 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups plain (all-purpose) flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup brown sugar (for sauce)
  • 1 1/2 cups thickened (heavy) cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 70 g unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • Ice cream or whipped cream (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) or 160°C fan. Grease seven pudding molds or line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
  2. Place chopped dates in a bowl, sprinkle with baking soda, and pour over boiling water. Let sit 10 minutes, then mash to a thick puree.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs and beat until combined.
  4. Add flour and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the mashed dates until evenly incorporated.
  6. For one large pudding, spread batter into pan and bake 35 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  7. For individual puddings, fill molds two-thirds full and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. While pudding is hot, poke holes over the top. Pour 1/2 cup hot sauce over large pudding or 1 tablespoon per individual pudding. Let soak 10 minutes.
  9. For the butterscotch sauce: Combine brown sugar, cream, vanilla, and butter in a saucepan. Stir over medium heat until butter melts. Simmer gently for 2 minutes.
  10. Serve pudding warm with extra sauce and a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use prunes instead of dates for a variation in texture and flavor.
  • Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice twist.
  • Substitute coconut cream and dairy-free butter for a dairy-free option.
  • Makes excellent leftovers—store in fridge and reheat before serving.
  • Use muffin tins for smaller servings or portable treats.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/sticky-date-pudding/