Low Fat Sticky Toffee Pudding

Indulge guilt-free with this irresistibly moist Low Fat Sticky Toffee Pudding, a lighter twist on the British classic. Made with naturally sweet pitted dates, unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of ground cinnamon and ginger for a subtle warmth, this dessert delivers the rich flavors you crave without the excess fat. A luscious low-fat toffee sauce, crafted from golden syrup, dark brown sugar, and low-fat milk, perfectly complements the tender sponge. Ready in under an hour, this healthier treat is ideal for cozy gatherings or an everyday dessert. Serve it warm with a dollop of low-fat crème fraîche for a truly satisfying and guilt-conscious indulgence. Keywords: low-fat sticky toffee pudding, healthier desserts, low-fat toffee sauce, guilt-free dessert recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 150 grams pitted dates
• 200 milliliters boiling water
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 150 grams plain flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 50 grams light brown sugar
• 60 grams unsweetened applesauce
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 50 milliliters low-fat milk
• 0 low-fat crème fraîche (optional, for serving)
• 3 tablespoons light golden syrup
• 30 grams low-fat butter spread
• 50 grams dark brown sugar
• 100 milliliters low-fat milk (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F. Grease a square or round baking dish with a light layer of oil spray or a non-stick alternative.

Step 2

Place the pitted dates in a bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Let them soak for about 10 minutes to soften.

Step 3

After soaking, add the baking soda to the dates and boiling water. Stir well; the mixture will foam slightly.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, sift together the plain flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Set aside.

Step 5

In a separate large bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, unsweetened applesauce, egg, vanilla extract, and low-fat milk until smooth.

Step 6

Using a blender or food processor, blend the soaked dates and water into a smooth paste. If you prefer small chunks of dates, blend for less time.

Step 7

Fold the date mixture and the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir until combined, but don’t overmix.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and level the surface with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

While the pudding bakes, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the light golden syrup, low-fat butter spread, dark brown sugar, and 100 milliliters of low-fat milk.

Step 11

Heat the sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until the butter melts and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy. Remove from heat.

Step 12

Once the pudding is baked, allow it to cool slightly for 5–10 minutes. Serve warm, topped with the toffee sauce. Add low-fat crème fraîche if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1859.6

Total Fat 26.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 237.7mg	0%
Sodium 2581.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 383.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 248.8g
Protein 32.6g	0%

Vitamin D 125.5IU	0%
Calcium 462.6mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 1666.2mg	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: 12.5%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 80.7%