Description
Sticky Toffee Loaf Cake is a luscious dessert that envelops your senses in a rich toffee flavor and moist texture. This cake combines the natural sweetness of Medjool dates with warm spices, making it a perfect treat for any occasion—from cozy afternoons to festive celebrations. With a simple preparation process, you can easily whip up this delightful loaf and serve it warm with a drizzle of heavy cream or alongside ice cream for an indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted and chopped)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Soak chopped dates in hot water for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually fold in sifted flour and baking powder until just combined.
- Gently incorporate soaked dates, including any soaking water, into the batter.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with heavy cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg