The Best Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe

Name: The Best Sticky Toffee Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces butter; 5 ounces caster sugar; 2 eggs, beaten; 6 ounces self raising flour; 6 ounces dates, stoned and chopped; 6 fluid ounces boiling water; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence; 3 teaspoons coffee extract; 3/4 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda; 2 tablespoons golden syrup; 2 tablespoons black treacle

Servings: persons

1
Place chopped dates in bowl with golden syrup, black treacle, coffee essence and bicarbonate of soda, add boiling water and leave to one side.
2
In large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar, beat until mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Gradually add the eggs a little at a time, beating well after each addition.
4
Carefully fold in the self-raising flour using a metal spoon.
5
Fold in the date mixture including all the liquid.
6
The mixture will be sloppy (this will make the pudding light).
7
Place mixture in a greased and lined baking tray and bake in a medium to hot oven for 20-30 minutes.
8
Finish pudding should be slightly resilient to touch if not turn down oven and bake for a further 10 minutes.

1844

kcal

Calories

173

Fat

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.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces butter, 5 ounces caster sugar, 2 eggs, beaten, 6 ounces self raising flour, and more.

Yes, The Best Sticky Toffee 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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The Best Sticky Toffee Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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