Dairy Free Sticky Toffee Pudding
Sticky toffee pudding is one of those deeply comforting British classics that can feel completely out of reach when you're avoiding dairy — but this version proves otherwise. The sponge gets its signature dark, caramel-like depth from a generous amount of Medjool dates, which are puréed into the batter for a texture that's impossibly moist and tender. Instead of the traditional heavy cream sauce, a full can of full-fat coconut milk is simmered down with dark brown sugar and dairy free butter until it thickens into a glossy, deeply rich toffee sauce that coats the back of a spoon beautifully. The trick of poking holes across the warm sponge and soaking it with half the sauce before serving means every single bite is drenched in that sticky, caramelized goodness. It serves 8, so it's ideal for a dinner party or a cozy weekend dessert that genuinely impresses. Finish each square with a scoop of dairy free vanilla ice cream or a cloud of coconut whipped cream, and nobody at the table will be thinking about what's missing.
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8 servings
For the sponge
- 1 cup (about 175g) medjool dates, pitted and roughly chopped
- ¾ cup boiling water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- ¼ cup dairy free butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the toffee sauce
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar
- 3 tbsp dairy free butter
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For serving
- dairy free vanilla ice cream or coconut whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- 2
Place the chopped dates in a medium saucepan with the boiling water and baking soda. Stir briefly and let sit for 5 minutes, until the dates have softened and the mixture is foamy. Transfer to a blender or use an immersion blender to purée until mostly smooth — a few small lumps are fine. Set aside to cool slightly.
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