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Irresistible Spiced Sticky Toffee Pudding

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Spiced Sticky Toffee Pudding. This rich dessert features luscious Medjool dates and a velvety toffee sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for cozy gatherings or special occasions, each bite melts in your mouth, leaving everyone craving more. Serve it plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful classic!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for sauce)
  • 3/4 cup dark brown sugar (for sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease pudding molds or ramekins.
  2. Soak chopped Medjool dates in boiling water for about 10 minutes until soft.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and light brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each.
  4. Gradually fold in flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and soaked dates until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into prepared molds about two-thirds full and gently tap to remove air bubbles.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; insert a toothpick to check for doneness.
  7. For the sauce, combine heavy cream and dark brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth and warm.

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Keywords: Swap dates for figs or add a sprinkle of ginger for an extra flavor twist. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.