Slow Cooker Sticky Date Pudding with Caramel Sauce
This sweet slow cooker sticky date pudding is the perfect way to finish off a busy day. Prepared with the Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker and tastes amazing.
INGREDIENTS
- 200g pitted dates, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp bi-carb soda
- 200g brown sugar
- 10g butter, melted, plus extra for greasing 2 large eggs
- 170g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder Ice-cream, to serve
Sauce
- 200g brown sugar
- 300ml thickened cream
- 60g butter
METHOD
- Grease and line the interior basin of the slow cooker with butter and baking paper and set aside.
- Place the dates in a small saucepan along with ½ cup water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until the dates have softened. Stir through the baking soda and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, butter, and eggs. Add the cooled date mixture and whisk to combine. Fold through the flour and baking powder and then pour the batter into the prepared slow cooker.
- Place a layer of paper towel under the lid of the slow cooker to create a tight seal and to absorb any excess moisture. Turn the slow cooker on, press the up arrow to 02.8 (2 hours 48 minutes) then select the Low function. The decimal will flash to show the function has begun.
- Meanwhile, combine all the sauce ingredients into a medium-sized saucepan and bring to a simmer.
- Cook, stirring, for 10 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
- Once the setting has completed, use a skewer to poke holes in the surface of the pudding and pour over half the sauce.
- Allow the pudding to sit for 5 minutes to absorb the sauce before serving with a drizzle of extra sauce and ice cream. Enjoy!
Used to make this recipe: Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker
About Slow Cookers
Slow cookers, also known as crockpots, have become an essential tool in the kitchen for those seeking convenience and deliciously tender meals. These versatile appliances have gained popularity due to their ability to effortlessly transform simple ingredients into flavourful dishes with minimal effort. Whether you're a busy professional, a parent juggling multiple responsibilities, or simply someone who appreciates the art of slow cooking, a slow cooker is a must-have addition to your culinary arsenal.
One of the key advantages of using a slow cooker is the time-saving aspect. With our fast-paced lives, finding the time to prepare a home-cooked meal can be challenging. However, with a slow cooker, you can simply toss in your ingredients, set the desired cooking time, and let it work its magic while you attend to other tasks. This hands-off approach allows you to come home to a tantalising aroma and a perfectly cooked meal, ready to be enjoyed.
Another benefit of slow cookers is their ability to extract maximum flavour from ingredients. The low and steady heat of a slow cooker allows flavours to meld together, resulting in rich and complex tastes. Whether you're simmering a hearty stew, braising tender meats, or creating a flavourful soup, the slow cooking process ensures that every bite is infused with deliciousness.
Furthermore, slow cookers are incredibly versatile. From soups and stews to roasts and desserts, there is virtually no limit to what you can create in a slow cooker. It's a fantastic tool for experimenting with different flavours and cuisines, as the long cooking time allows for the development of deep and robust flavours.
In addition to their convenience and flavour-enhancing abilities, slow cookers are also energy-efficient. They use a fraction of the energy compared to traditional cooking methods, making them an eco-friendly choice for those conscious of their carbon footprint.
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