sticky date pudding recipe | Jessica Cox (2024)

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What's the difference between sticky date pudding and sticky toffee pudding? ›

Sticky toffee pudding, known as sticky date pudding in Australia and New Zealand, is a British dessert consisting of a moist sponge cake made with finely chopped dates (optional), covered in a toffee sauce and often served with a vanilla custard or vanilla ice-cream.

Adding bicarbonate of soda to the pud helps it rise. It also helps break down the dates and disperse them through the mixture so they don't sink to the bottom.

The invention of what is known in the UK as Sticky Toffee Pudding is generally attributed to Francis Coulson of the Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel in England's Lake District in 1960, although this has been challenged by writers from Scotland and Yorkshire.

Storage; Sticky date puddings (and the caramel sauce) will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for around 4-5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Freezing; Yes, both the puddings and the caramel sauce can be frozen.

Unfortunately though these type of self-saucing puddings do not reheat very well as the sauce tends to thicken and be absorbed by the sponge as the pudding cools. So when you reheat the pudding it will have a sticky base but with very little sauce.

sticky toffee pudding, a classic British dessert consisting of a dark, dense sponge cake made with chopped dates that is topped with a sweet toffee sauce; it may also be served with vanilla ice cream or custard.

Sticky date pudding will last for up to five days in the fridge, or one month in the freezer.

Easy to prepare, simply microwave the Puds for 30 seconds to heat, flip onto plate and enjoy.

Method. Stone and chop 225g medjool dates quite small, put them in a bowl, then pour over 175ml boiling water. Leave for about 30 mins until cool and well-soaked, then mash a bit with a fork.

Sticky Date Pudding – you're my favourite and always will be. Also known as Sticky Toffee Pudding, the simple trick that makes all the difference is to pour some Butterscotch Sauce over the warm cake when it comes out of the oven.

What is a fun fact about sticky toffee pudding? ›

Fun fact: In New Zealand and Australia the dish is called sticky date pudding. Because no one knows exactly where sticky toffee pudding was created, it's unclear how the addition of dates was added, but it's certain you can't make the recipe without them.

The modern usage of the word pudding to mean a dessert has evolved from the almost exclusive use of the term to describe a savoury dish, specifically those created using a process similar to sausages, where meat and other ingredients in a mostly liquid form are encased and then steamed or boiled to set the contents.

The baking soda helps to soften the dates as well as lighten the texture of the cake. Boiling Water – used to soak the dates and once soaked, the dates including the liquid, is added to the cake. Butter – salted or unsalted butter is fine. Brown Sugar – used in both the cake and the caramel sauce.

What does sticky toffee pudding taste like? Quite literally, heavenly! If you've never eaten one before, think of a light, moist brown sugar sponge cake covered in a sweet, sticky toffee sauce. Although the sponge itself is light, the dates also add a sticky, slightly chewy toffee like texture.

Sticky date pudding is perfect for making ahead, because it is so moist and reheats beautifully. The best way to reheat the puddings is in the microwave, because it keeps the cake moist. Reheat individual serves in bowls for 20-30 seconds, or until steamy and heated through.

Sticky Date Pudding – you're my favourite and always will be. Also known as Sticky Toffee Pudding, the simple trick that makes all the difference is to pour some Butterscotch Sauce over the warm cake when it comes out of the oven.

Nigella's Sticky Toffee Pudding (from AT MY TABLE) uses soft dried dates. These usually come from a packet and are often sold already pitted. Common varieties include Delget Noor, but most varieties should be fine.

What Does Sticky Toffee Pudding Taste Like? Sticky toffee pudding has a decadent, soft and almost chewy caramel/toffee flavor and texture.