Sticky Toffee Pudding with Caramel Sauce and Pecans
A quick microwave version of the classic British dessert, topped with a rich caramel sauce and crunchy pecans. Perfect for a weeknight treat.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 8g

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a bowl, soak the 1 cup dates in 1 cup boiling water for 5 minutes until soft.
Step 2
Mash the dates with a fork, then stir in 1 cup self-rising flour and 1/4 cup brown sugar until just combined.
Step 3
Divide the batter between 2 microwave-safe mugs. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, until the tops are set and spring back when touched.
Step 4
In a small bowl, melt 4 tbsp butter with the remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar in the microwave for 30 seconds, stir until smooth.
Step 5
Pour the caramel sauce over the puddings and top with 1/2 cup pecans. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- Microwave
- 2 microwave-safe mugs
- Mixing bowl
- Fork
- Small bowl
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