Sticky Date Pudding Recipe

Name: Sticky Date Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 g pitted dates, chopped; 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda; 330 ml boiling water; 80 g butter, softened; ¾ cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla essence; 1 ¾ cups self-rising flour, sifted; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon orange rind, finely grated; ¾ cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 cup pure cream; 100 g butter, chopped

Servings: persons

200 g pitted dates, chopped
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
330 ml boiling water
80 g butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1 ¾ cups self-rising flour, sifted
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon orange rind, finely grated
¾ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup pure cream
100 g butter, chopped

1
Pre-heat oven to 180C Grease and line base of a 22cm square cake pan, or a 20cm springform pan.
2
Place dates in a bowl with bicarb soda.
3
Pour boiling water over the top, and stand until slightly cooled.
4
Meanwhile beat butter and sugar until light and creamy.
5
Beat in eggs one by one, beating well after each addition and add vanilla.
6
Fold in flour, cinnamon, and orange rind alternately with date mixture until well combined.
7
Pour into pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until cooked when tested with a skewer.
8
For Caramel Sauce:.
9
Combine ingredients in a small saucepan and simmer until thickened slightly.
10
Spoon a little onto cake, then return to oven for 2 minutes.
11
Serve pudding with caramel sauce.

1839

kcal

Calories

146

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200 g pitted dates, chopped, 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda, 330 ml boiling water, 80 g butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Sticky Date Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Sticky Date Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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