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Gluten Free Sticky Toffee Pudding

Gluten Free Sticky Toffee Pudding

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A rich, gooey gluten-free dessert made with pureed dates and toffee sauce. Perfectly moist sponge with indulgent caramel notes, ideal for those avoiding gluten or seeking a decadent treat.

Ingredients

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200g pitted dates
100g unsalted butter (room temperature)
150g light brown sugar
3 medium eggs
50ml treacle (or unsulphured molasses)
200g gluten-free self raising flour (with xanthan gum)
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
1 tsp baking powder
0.5 tsp xanthan gum (if not in flour)
For toffee sauce: 50g butter, 50ml golden syrup, 50g brown sugar, 50ml hot water, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, pinch of salt, optional splash of vanilla extract (alcohol-free)

Instructions

Soak dates in warm water for 25 minutes, drain, and puree until smooth
Cream butter and sugar until pale
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each
Stir in date puree and treacle
Whisk together flour, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder, and xanthan gum
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture
Transfer batter to greased baking dish
Bake at 160°C (325°F) for 35-40 minutes or until skewer comes clean
Whisk toffee sauce ingredients until smooth and simmer gently for 3-5 minutes

Notes

Use dairy-free butter for vegan version
Substitute flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) for egg-free
Molasses may be used in place of treacle
Store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Best served warm with toffee sauce

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