Indulge in the irresistible comfort of a homemade sticky toffee pudding with this easy recipe from the culinary queen herself, Nigella Lawson. Her take on this classic dessert promises a delightful experience that’s surprisingly simple to recreate in your own kitchen.
“This is just what you want,” says Nigella, describing the warm and comforting nature of this perfect treat. “Cozy, comforting, and indulgent.” Taken from her beloved cookbook, *Nigella Bites*, this recipe is a testament to her passion for creating delicious and accessible dishes.
The best part? This sticky toffee pudding comes together in under an hour, with most of the time spent while it bakes in the oven. You’ll only need about five to ten minutes of prep time before it goes in, making it a quick and effortless dessert to whip up.
Here’s what you need to recreate this classic dessert:
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Makes:
Six to eight servings
For the Cake:
* 100g dark brown muscovado sugar
* 175g self-raising flour
* 125ml full-fat milk
* One large egg
* One teaspoon vanilla extract
* 50g unsalted butter (melted)
* 200g chopped dates
For the Sauce:
* 200g dark brown muscovado sugar
* 25g unsalted butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (170°C fan/gas mark five/375°F) and butter a large pudding dish.
2. Combine the 100g of dark muscovado sugar with the flour in a large bowl.
3. In a measuring jug, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Pour this mixture over the sugar and flour, stirring until everything is well combined.
4. Gently fold in the chopped dates and transfer the batter to the prepared pudding dish.
5. Sprinkle the remaining 200g of dark muscovado sugar evenly over the top of the batter and dot with the butter.
6. Pour 500ml of boiling water over the pudding and place it in the oven.
7. Set a timer for 45 minutes. The pudding might require an additional 5 to 10 minutes of baking time.
Nigella’s Tip:
“The top of the pudding should be springy and spongy when it’s cooked; underneath, the butter, dark muscovado sugar, and boiling water will have turned into a rich, sticky sauce.”Serve your warm sticky toffee pudding with your favorite accompaniment – vanilla ice cream, crème fraiche, double or single cream – the choice is yours! Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors, a true testament to Nigella Lawson’s culinary brilliance.
