Sticky Date Pudding with Walnuts Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch square baking dish
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a small bowl, combine the chopped dates and baking soda. Pour boiling water over the mixture and let it sit for 10 minutes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
7. Fold in the date mixture and chopped walnuts.
8. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch square baking dish.
9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Let the pudding cool for 10 minutes before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
5. Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
8 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 397
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 282mg
Sugar: 40g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of nuts instead of walnuts.
- Instead of brown sugar, you can use white sugar or coconut sugar.

Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter for a spiced flavor.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the top for an extra sweet touch.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to chop the dates finely so they blend well into the batter.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the pudding will become tough.
- Let the pudding cool slightly before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, microwave individual servings for 20-30 seconds, or until warm.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pudding warm with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts.

Garnishes:
- Chopped walnuts
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce

Pairings:
- A cup of hot tea or coffee

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla ice cream

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pudding is too dry, add a splash of milk to the batter before baking.
- If the pudding is too wet, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to properly store leftover pudding in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
- Sticky date pudding is a traditional British dessert that originated in the 1970s.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and rich

Serving suggestions:
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Caramelized, Rich, Sticky