Carol's Sticky Toffee Pudding

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with Carol's Sticky Toffee Pudding—a rich, moist cake infused with tender pitted dates and topped with a luscious homemade toffee sauce. This British classic combines the natural sweetness of dates with the creamy decadence of a butter, sugar, and double cream sauce, making every bite irresistibly gooey and satisfying. Perfectly baked in just 40 minutes, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet delivers restaurant-quality results. The toffee sauce seeps into the warm sponge, creating an indulgent texture, while a drizzle of extra sauce at serving elevates each slice. Enjoy this heavenly dessert with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly luxurious treat. Ideal for impressing guests or relishing a cozy night in, Carol's Sticky Toffee Pudding is a timeless showstopper you'll turn to time and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 g Pitted dates
• 250 ml Boiling water
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• 85 g Unsalted butter (softened)
• 140 g Brown sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 175 g Self-raising flour
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 150 g Light brown sugar (for toffee sauce)
• 75 g Unsalted butter (for toffee sauce)
• 250 ml Double cream (for toffee sauce)
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract (for toffee sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F. Grease a deep 20cm square baking dish or a similar-sized ovenproof dish.

Step 2

Chop the dates finely and place them in a heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over the dates and stir in the baking soda. Set aside for about 10 minutes to soften.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Sift the self-raising flour and baking powder into the bowl. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

Step 5

Add the softened date mixture (including the liquid) to the batter and mix until well incorporated. The batter will be fairly wet; this is normal.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing it out with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean.

Step 7

While the pudding is baking, make the toffee sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the light brown sugar, butter, and double cream. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth and bubbling. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 8

When the pudding is done baking, remove it from the oven. Poke small holes all over the surface of the cake with a skewer or fork and pour about half of the toffee sauce over the top, letting it soak in.

Step 9

Serve the sticky toffee pudding warm in slices, drizzled with the remaining toffee sauce. For an extra treat, serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1446.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4770.4

Total Fat 264.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 164.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1089.0mg	0%
Sodium 3452.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 578.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 423.1g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 160.9IU	0%
Calcium 640.5mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2336.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 47.6%