St David's Sticky Toffee Pudding

St David's Sticky Toffee Pudding is a classic dessert from the Pembrokeshire cuisine, known for its rich and indulgent flavor. This decadent pudding is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.

St David's Sticky Toffee Pudding

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/4 cups boiling water
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the chopped dates and baking soda. Pour the boiling water over the dates and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
  5. Stir in the date mixture. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the pudding is baking, prepare the toffee sauce.
  8. Serve the sticky toffee pudding warm, drizzled with the toffee sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
18g
Protein
4g

Supplies

9x9 inch baking dish Mixing bowls Whisk Saucepan

Tools

Oven Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the St David's Sticky Toffee Pudding with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips & tricks

For an extra indulgent treat, sprinkle some chopped nuts or toffee bits on top of the pudding before serving.

Cost

$10