Sticky Date Pudding

A culinary adventure awaits, reminiscent of bustling markets and aroma-filled kitchens. This Sticky Date Pudding, with its roots in the heart of British dessert culture, will whisk you away on a sweet journey. Grab your apron, as we dive into a recipe that’s rich, warm, and packing a flavor punch worthy of global exploration.

Why make this recipe? For the uninitiated, Sticky Date Pudding isn’t just a dessert; it’s a hug in a bowl. This luscious creation is a delightful blend of soft sponge and an indulgent butterscotch sauce that smothers your senses in pure ecstasy. Perfect for cozy nights or to impress at dinner parties, this treat is instantly elevating, tapping into the nostalgia of grandmothers’ kitchens and lively street corners across the world.

How to make Sticky Date Pudding

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups dates
• 1 1/4 cups boiling water
• 1 tsp bicarbonate soda
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 2 tsp mixed spice or garam masala (optional)
• For the Butterscotch Sauce:
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 300 ml cream
  • 100 g butter
  • Big pinch of salt

Directions:

1. In a blender, combine the dates, boiling water, and bicarbonate soda. Give it a gentle stir and let it chill for about 5 minutes. This is when the magic begins as those dates further soften into a sweet potion.
2. Add in the butter and brown sugar, blending until the mixture starts to resemble a velvety soup of flavor.
3. Toss in the self-raising flour, eggs, and mixed spice (if you’re feeling adventurous), then blend until smooth and decadent.
4. Pour the sumptuous mixture into a lined cake tin, whispering sweet nothings as you do, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for about an hour. Your kitchen is about to smell like a little slice of heaven!
5. For the butterscotch sauce — the pièce de résistance — mix brown sugar, cream, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 4 minutes, stirring every minute until glossy and delightful. Stir in a pinch of salt to balance that sweetness perfectly.
6. Once your Sticky Date Pudding emerges from the oven, serve it warm, drizzled with that divine butterscotch sauce. Optionally, top it with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for an extra treat!

How to serve Sticky Date Pudding
Serve this masterpiece hot, allowing the warm butterscotch to puddle invitingly around it. To add a swirl of whimsy, finish with a generous dollop of whipped cream or a few scoops of creamy vanilla ice cream. It’s the perfect way to invite guests to dive in with a sense of joy — like walking through a vibrant night market filled with laughter and flavor.

How to store Sticky Date Pudding
If you find yourself with leftovers (which is almost unheard of), you can keep this delicious pudding in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just pop it in an airtight container. When you’re ready to devour it again, warm it up in the oven or the microwave — it’ll be like having a mini celebration all over again!

Tips to make Sticky Date Pudding

• For an extra depth flavor, consider adding a splash of rum or bourbon into the butterscotch sauce — after all, who doesn’t love a little adventure?
• If you’re feeling particularly daring, try swapping half the dates for prunes or adding chopped nuts for texture!

Variations
If you want to switch things up, consider infusing your pudding with a hint of chocolate. Add a few tablespoons of cocoa to the sponge mixture, or even sprinkle some chocolate chunks in before baking. The world is your oyster—get creative!

FAQs

1. Can I use other dried fruits?
Absolutely! While dates are traditional, feel free to experiment with dried figs or apricots for an exotic twist!

2. What’s the best way to reheat the pudding?
Microwaving is quick and easy, but if you want to reclaim the magic, gently re-heat in the oven wrapped in foil for about 10-15 minutes to keep it moist.

3. Can I make this pudding vegan?
You can substitute eggs for flaxseed meal or applesauce and use a plant-based butter and cream for the sauce. The sweetness of dates will still shine through!

Conclusion

Now that you’ve traveled through the luscious landscape of Sticky Date Pudding, it’s your turn to whip up this delightful dish. If you’re yearning for more indulgent treats, check out this Sticky Date Pudding recipe at RecipeTin Eats or dive into the world of Ridiculously Easy Sticky Date Pudding at The Bojon Gourmet. Happy cooking!

Sticky Date Pudding

A rich and warm Sticky Date Pudding, smothered in a delightful butterscotch sauce, perfect for cozy nights or as an impressive dessert for dinner parties.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert, Sweet

Cuisine: British

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Pudding

• 1.25 cups dates Chopped, pitted
• 1.25 cups boiling water
• 1 tsp bicarbonate soda
• 2 tbsp butter Melted
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 2 ea eggs
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 2 tsp mixed spice or garam masala Optional

For the Butterscotch Sauce

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 300 ml cream
• 100 g butter
• 1 pinch salt Big pinch

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a blender, combine the dates, boiling water, and bicarbonate soda. Give it a gentle stir and let it chill for about 5 minutes.
2. Add in the melted butter and brown sugar, blending until the mixture starts to resemble a velvety soup.
3. Toss in the self-raising flour, eggs, and mixed spice (if using), then blend until smooth.

Baking

1. Pour the mixture into a lined cake tin and bake at 180°C (350°F) for about an hour.

Butterscotch Sauce

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix brown sugar, cream, and butter. Microwave for 4 minutes, stirring every minute until glossy.
2. Stir in a pinch of salt.

Serving

1. Serve the Sticky Date Pudding warm, drizzled with butterscotch sauce and topped with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Notes

For an extra depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of rum or bourbon to the butterscotch sauce. You can swap half the dates for prunes or add chopped nuts for texture.