This sticky toffee pudding is one of my favorite homemade desserts. It has a rich date flavor, a moist texture, and a soft bite. It pairs perfectly with toffee sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric whisk to cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Whisk in the egg until fully incorporated.
Sift in the flour, baking powder, and bicarbonate of soda, then mix until just combined. The mixture will look slightly crumbly at this stage.
Fold in the date purée until incorporated.
Grease a 12-cup muffin tray and divide the batter evenly. Bake for 17–19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out almost clean.
Let the puddings cool in the tray for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm with toffee sauce and ice cream.
Notes
Signature Look: To give the puddings their classic sticky toffee presentation, slice off the domed top after baking and serve them upside down. This gives the sauce a perfect surface to soak into.Make Ahead: These puddings can be baked a day in advance and stored covered at room temperature. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.Freezing: Once baked and cooled, puddings can be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then warm before serving.