Sticky Date Muffins With Toffee Sauce

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2
Sticky Date Muffins With Toffee Sauce – A Decadent Dessert
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Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

240 g seeded chopped dates
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg , lightly beaten
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 cups self raising flour
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup milk
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
300 ml cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
392
Sugar
60g
Fat
16g
Sticky Date Muffins With Toffee Sauce is a dessert that will please even the most demanding sweet tooth. The muffins are soft and flavourful, while the toffee sauce adds an extra level of decadence. This dessert is perfect for a special occasion or when you want to treat yourself to something special. Apart from the occasional treat aspect, these muffins contain dates which are known for their health benefits. So, indulge yourself with these sticky, moist and delicious muffins, without feeling too guilty about it.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180C. Line muffin pan with paper cases.
2.Combine dates, water and baking soda in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the mixture boils. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes or until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes.
3.Stir in egg, brown sugar, flour, vegetable oil, and milk until just combined. Do not over mix.
4.Spoon the mixture evenly into muffin cases.
5.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre of the muffins comes out clean.
6.Heat brown sugar and cream in another medium saucepan over low heat, stirring for 3 minutes or until the sugar dissolves.
7.Increase heat and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer, occasionally stirring, for 5 minutes. Let toffee sauce cool and spoon over warm muffins.

PROS

These scrumptious muffins are soft, moist, and packed with flavour.

The toffee sauce makes these muffins extra special and indulgent.

CONS

As with most desserts, these muffins are high in calories and sugar.
They should be enjoyed as an occasional treat.

People with diabetes should avoid these muffins because of their high sugar content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these muffins are not the healthiest choice, they do contain dates which are rich in fibre and essential nutrients.
Dates have been linked to improving digestive health and reducing the risk of heart disease.

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