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Microwave Sticky Date Pudding

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep time: 5 mins
  • Cooking time: 2 mins

Ingredients

For the Caramel Sauce

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 pinch salt

For the Pudding Batter

  • 2 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (28g) all-purpose flour
  • ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt

For Serving

  • Sour cream, vanilla ice cream, or whipped cream

Method

  1. Make the Caramel Sauce: Combine butter (1 tbsp), brown sugar (2 tbsp), heavy cream (1 tbsp), and salt (pinch) in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between intervals until melted and smooth. Set aside to thicken.
  2. Make the Pudding Batter: Place dates (2), butter (1 tbsp), cream (2 tbsp), and baking soda (¼ tsp) into a separate 12-ounce microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 to 60 seconds until dates soften. Mash the mixture thoroughly into a smooth paste.
  3. Add flour (¼ cup), sugar (1 tbsp), cinnamon (⅛ tsp), and salt (pinch) to the date paste. Stir until just combined (do not overmix).
  4. Cook and Serve: Microwave the batter for 45 to 60 seconds until the top is set. Pour the caramel sauce over the warm pudding. Top with a dollop of ice cream or cream.