Name: Gordon Ramsay Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 5 ounces dates, pits removed, roughly chopped (about ¾ cup); ½ teaspoon baking soda; ¼ cup boiling water; 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter, room temperature; 6 tablespoons (84g) light brown sugar; 1 egg; ½ cup + 2 tablespoons (78g) all purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ½ cup (113g, 1 stick) unsalted butter; 1 cup (225g) packed brown sugar; 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk; 2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy cream; 2 tablespoons (35g) corn syrup; Tiny pinch kosher salt; 2 tablespoons (30ml) bourbon

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Introduction

Gordon Ramsay’s Sticky Toffee Pudding is a rich, comforting dessert that combines moist date cake with a luscious toffee sauce. It’s an indulgent treat perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.

A white rectangular baking dish holds a moist chocolate dessert with a rough textured top layer that looks slightly crisp. A square piece is cut out from the front left corner, revealing a dense, soft chocolate layer underneath. A spoon above the dish drizzles thick, shiny caramel sauce in a smooth stream onto the cut-out area, creating a glossy pool in the center. The dish is placed on a white marbled surface, with warm natural light enhancing the rich brown and golden colors of the dessert and sauce. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

5 ounces dates, pits removed, roughly chopped (about ¾ cup)
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup boiling water
3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter, room temperature
6 tablespoons (84g) light brown sugar
1 egg
½ cup + 2 tablespoons (78g) all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder

For the Toffee Sauce:

½ cup (113g, 1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup (225g) packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons (30ml) milk
2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy cream
2 tablespoons (35g) corn syrup
Tiny pinch kosher salt
2 tablespoons (30ml) bourbon

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: In a bowl, mix the chopped dates with baking soda and boiling water. Let it sit for 10 minutes to soften.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, cream the butter and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the egg to the butter mixture and mix well until fully combined.
Step 5: Stir the softened date mixture into the butter mixture.
Step 6: In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then fold this dry mix into the wet ingredients gently.
Step 7: Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
Step 8: While the pudding bakes, prepare the toffee sauce by melting the butter, brown sugar, milk, heavy cream, corn syrup, salt, and bourbon in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
Step 9: Once the pudding is done, remove it from the oven and drizzle the warm toffee sauce over the top. Serve immediately for the best experience.

Tips & Variations

For a boozier sauce, add a splash more bourbon or substitute with dark rum.
Use medjool dates for an extra sweet and tender pudding.
Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the batter for added texture.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to balance the richness.

Storage

Store any leftover pudding and toffee sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the pudding gently in the microwave and warm the sauce on the stove before serving again.

How to Serve

A single square piece of dark brown sticky cake with a textured, slightly crispy top layer sits on a white plate, covered in thick, glossy caramel sauce being poured from above, creating a pool of sauce around the cake; the cake’s bottom layer is moist and dense with a slightly crumbly texture visible at the edges, all set against a white marbled background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the pudding ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the pudding a day in advance and reheat it before serving. The toffee sauce tastes best when made fresh, but can also be warmed up separately.

Can I make this dessert dairy-free?

To make a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative and use coconut milk instead of heavy cream and milk in the toffee sauce.