Gordon Ramsay Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe
Gordon Ramsay's Sticky Toffee Pudding is a classic British dessert featuring a moist date cake drenched in a rich, buttery toffee sauce. This indulgent treat is perfect for special occasions or cozy evenings, combining deep caramel flavors with a soft, tender texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Pudding
- 200g pitted dates, chopped
- 250ml boiling water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 100g unsalted butter, softened
- 150g brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 200g plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Toffee Sauce
- 150g brown sugar
- 100g unsalted butter
- 200ml double cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for baking the pudding.
- Soak dates: In a bowl, pour the boiling water over the chopped dates and add the baking soda. Let it sit for about 20 minutes to soften and develop flavor.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the batter.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract for enhanced aroma.
- Combine ingredients: Fold the soaked date mixture, plain flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet ingredients until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
- Prepare baking dish: Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and smooth the top evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake pudding: Bake for 35 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the pudding is cooked through.
- Make toffee sauce: While the pudding bakes, combine brown sugar, butter, and double cream in a saucepan. Stir over low heat until melted and well combined, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve: Allow the pudding to cool slightly once baked. Serve warm with the toffee sauce generously drizzled over the top for a decadent finish.
Notes
- For extra richness, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Ensure the dates are well soaked to soften them fully and enhance the pudding’s moistness.
- You can prepare the pudding batter ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.
- Use a non-stick or well-greased baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Double cream can be substituted with heavy cream if double cream is unavailable.
