Puddings With Caramel

A classic dessert created in the Lake District in the 1960s, in this recipe with just the right balance of sweetness are the puddings with caramel.
Ingredients
8
Servings
  • 125 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature and some extra for greasing 125 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature and some extra for greasing
  • 200 grams pitted dates
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 225 grams self-rising flour
  • 157 grams brown sugar
  • 3 eggs, large 3 eggs, large
  • 150 grams brown sugar, for the caramel sauce
  • 75 grams unsalted butter, in bar form, for the caramel sauce 75 grams unsalted butter, in bar form, for the caramel sauce
  • 150 milliliters whipping cream, thick, for the caramel sauce
  • 1 pinch salt, for the caramel sauce 1 pinch salt, for the caramel sauce
Preparation
20 mins
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  • Preheat the oven to 375 ºF (190 ºC). Grease 8 molds well (for puddings), including the corners.
  • In a small saucepan, cook the dates over low heat, along with the baking soda and 200 milliliters of water, for 5 minutes, until softened. Transfer with the cooking liquid to a food processor or blender and puree.
  • Sift the flour into a bowl. Add the butter, sugar, and eggs and mix with a mixer until combined. Add the date puree and mix. Pour the batter into the molds and place them on a baking tray.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the puddings are firm to the touch. Meanwhile, prepare the caramel sauce. Heat the sugar, butter, and cream in a saucepan, stirring occasionally until the butter and sugar melt into a smooth paste. Add the salt, stir, and let it boil for a few minutes. Serve the puddings warm with the caramel sauce.

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