Sticky Toffee Pudding (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 200g (1 cup) chopped, seedless dates.
02 - 1 cup of hot water.
03 - 1 tsp of baking soda.
04 - 125g (1 cup) plain flour.
05 - 1 tsp of baking powder.
06 - 1/4 tsp salt.
07 - Half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder.
08 - 115g (1/2 cup) room-temp butter, unsalted.
09 - 150g (3/4 cup) brown sugar, tightly packed.
10 - Two large eggs.
11 - 1 tsp pure vanilla.
12 - 115g (1/2 cup) butter for sauce.
13 - 200g (1 cup) packed brown sugar for sauce.
14 - 240ml (1 cup) heavy cream.
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla for sauce.

# Instructions:

01 - Let chopped dates sit in hot water with baking soda for about 15-20 minutes until soft.
02 - Mix cinnamon with salt, flour, and some baking powder by whisking them together.
03 - Sugar and butter should be creamed. Add your eggs and vanilla, mix well. Stir in the date mixture, then carefully combine dry stuff with the batter.
04 - Put the batter in a greased 8-inch dish. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for about 30-35 minutes. Use a toothpick to test readiness.
05 - Melt the butter, stir in the sugar and cream until smooth. Add your vanilla as the last step.

# Notes:

01 - You can make this ahead.
02 - Best served warm with that luscious sauce.
03 - Add whipped cream or ice cream if you'd like.