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Absolutely Sinful Sticky Toffee Pudding With Pecan Toffee Sauce Recipe

Indulge in pure decadence with this Absolutely Sinful Sticky Toffee Pudding! A melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece of light textures and rich flavors, perfect for Christmas, New Year, or any special occasion. This modern British classic, inspired by Delia Smith and boasting an extra-generous pecan toffee sauce (because let's face it, everyone fights over it!), is sure to impress. Easily made ahead and frozen for stress-free entertaining. Step-by-step photos guide you through each stage, ensuring even first-timers achieve pudding perfection. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 108 mins
Calories 687.4 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Absolutely Sinful Sticky Toffee Pudding With Pecan Toffee Sauce

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Ingredients for Absolutely Sinful Sticky Toffee Pudding With Pecan Toffee Sauce

  • 100g unsalted butter
  • Soft Brown Sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • Self Raising Flour
  • 200g pitted Medjool dates
  • 150ml boiling water
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • Instant Coffee Granules
  • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 200ml double cream
  • Pecan Nuts

How to Make Absolutely Sinful Sticky Toffee Pudding With Pecan Toffee Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas Mark 4). Grease and flour a 20cm square baking tin.
  2. Place dates in a bowl and pour over boiling water. Leave to soak for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla essence.
  5. Sift together flour and bicarbonate of soda. Gently fold into the butter mixture.
  6. Drain the dates and roughly chop. Stir into the batter along with the pecan halves.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared tin and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Meanwhile, prepare the toffee sauce. Combine butter, brown sugar, and golden syrup in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves and butter is melted.
  9. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes until thickened slightly.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in the double cream and chopped pecans.
  11. Once the pudding is baked, let it cool slightly in the tin before serving. Pour generous amounts of the warm toffee sauce over the pudding.
  12. Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or custard.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

233g

Fat

112g

Carbs

26g

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