John Tovey’s Sticky Toffee Pudding

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 42
John Tovey's Sticky Toffee Pudding recipe for a rich and indulgent dessert treat
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Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 ounces butter , softened
6 ounces brown sugar ( or turbinado sugar )
3 eggs , beaten
8 ounces self rising flour
8 ounces boiling water
6 ounces dates
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon camp coffee or 1 tablespoon strong espresso
3 ounces brown sugar
2 ounces butter
3 tablespoons heavy cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
550
Sugar
54g
Fat
25g
Sticky Toffee Pudding is a quintessential British dessert that has been a favorite for decades. With its rich, moist cake and warm toffee sauce, it's the perfect comfort food for a cold evening. There are many variations of the recipe, but John Tovey's version is a classic that is sure to impress. It's easy to make and is loaded with sweet, indulgent flavor. This dessert is typically served warm and is often paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to balance out the sweetness.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Butter and flour an 8-inch square baking dish.
3.Mix together baking soda, vanilla, and camp coffee or strong espresso; pour over the dates and boiling water in a small bowl.
4.Stir to combine and set aside, allowing it to cool to room temperature.
5.Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add the eggs one at a time.
6.Gradually fold in the flour, then the cooled date mixture until fully incorporated.
7.Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface.
8.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
9.While the pudding is baking, make the toffee sauce by combining the brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat.
10.Cook and stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture thickens slightly.
11.When the pudding is finished baking, pour the hot toffee sauce over the top while it is still in the dish, and allow it to cool slightly before serving.

PROS

John Tovey’s Sticky Toffee Pudding is a classic British dessert that is rich, decadent, and perfect for special occasions.

The moist cake is loaded with sweet, sticky dates and topped with a generous drizzle of buttery toffee sauce.

It’s easy to make and is sure to impress your dinner guests.

CONS

This dessert is quite high in calories, sugar and fat content, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain dates which are a great source of fiber and antioxidants.
They have been linked to supporting digestive health, aiding in blood sugar control, and reducing inflammation in the body. However, due to the added sugars in this recipe, the health benefits of dates are somewhat diminished.

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