This Sticky Date Pudding is a dessert that’s sure to impress. It’s rich, moist, and packed with the deep, sweet flavors of dates, enhanced by a lusciously smooth homemade butterscotch sauce. Whether you’re making it for a special occasion or as a comforting treat, it’s one of those desserts that promises to leave a lasting impression.
Ingredients:
For the Butterscotch Sauce:
- 185g butter
- 150g brown sugar
- 160g cream
For the Date Pudding:
- 200g dates, soaked in hot water and baking soda
- 100g butter
- 150g brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 165g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
Butterscotch Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and cream.
- Cook over low heat, stirring until everything is combined and the sauce is smooth.
- Once done, transfer to a container and store in the refrigerator.
Date Pudding:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Drain the soaked dates. If they’re still in large pieces, chop or blend them into a rough paste.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated.
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Gently fold these into the wet ingredients.
- Stir in the prepared dates until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the pudding cool slightly before serving.
Serve the sticky date pudding warm, drizzled with the homemade butterscotch sauce. This dessert is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a delightful journey into comfort food at its best. Enjoy!
