Sticky Date Pudding With Caramel Sauce Recipe

Name: Sticky Date Pudding With Caramel Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped dried dates (chopped fine); 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda; 1 cup boiling water; 90 g butter; ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 ½ cups self-rising flour; ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional); 300 ml cream; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon golden syrup; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

1 cup chopped dried dates (chopped fine)
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 cup boiling water
90 g butter
½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 ½ cups self-rising flour
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
300 ml cream
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon golden syrup
1 tablespoon butter

1
In a medium bowl, mix the dates (use kitchen scissors to chop the dates rather than a knife), bicarb and water together.
2
Set aside for 10-12 minutes.
3
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar.
4
Add the eggs one at a time.
5
Beat in the vanilla.
6
Fold in the cooled date mix and the flour.
7
Pour into a greased 20cm round cake tin.
8
Bake at 180oC for 40-45 minutes.
9
Cool for 5 minutes, cut and serve from the tin (it keeps it warm).
10
Carmel sauce:.
11
Place all the ingredients in a medium pot and stir over a medium heat until combined.
12
Simmer gently until thickened (about 5 -8 minutes).
13
To serve: pour over the pudding and let it soak a little before eating.

1624

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

120

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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: 1 cup chopped dried dates (chopped fine), 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda, 1 cup boiling water, 90 g butter, and more.

Yes, Sticky Date Pudding With Caramel Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sticky Date Pudding With Caramel Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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