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Sticky Date Cake with Caramel Sauce

Sticky Date Cake with Caramel Sauce
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Sticky Date Cake with Caramel Sauce is a rich, moist, and indulgent dessert featuring naturally sweet chopped dates, a tender crumb, and a luscious homemade caramel sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this classic cake offers a comforting blend of gooey texture and buttery caramel that delights every time.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 100g butter, softened
  • 1 cup caster sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups self-raising flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Caramel Sauce

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 50g butter
  • 1/2 cup cream
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dates: Chop the dates finely and soak them in boiling water with baking soda to soften and intensify their sweetness. Set aside as the dates plump up.
  2. Mix the batter: Cream together the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract for a smooth, aerated base.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: Gently fold the self-raising flour into the wet mixture, then stir in the softened dates along with their soaking liquid to integrate all flavors.
  4. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into a greased pan and bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for about 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
  5. Make the caramel sauce: While the cake bakes, combine brown sugar, butter, and cream in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until smooth and thickened into a silky sauce.
  6. Serve warm: Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle generously with warm caramel sauce and enjoy your delightful indulgence.

Notes

  • Use soft, plump dates for optimal moisture and sweetness.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
  • Warm the caramel sauce before serving to enhance its gooey texture and warmth.
  • Test the cake’s doneness by inserting a skewer in the center; it should come out clean without drying the cake.
  • Serve the cake shortly after baking for the best warm, gooey experience.

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