The Traditional British Way to Eat Sticky Toffee Pudding

What it means

• Sticky toffee pudding is a moist sponge made with finely chopped dates and covered in a warm toffee sauce; it is served hot, not chilled.
• The classic accompaniments are custard, vanilla ice cream, or clotted/pouring cream, which balance the rich sweetness.
• It is a dessert (the pudding course), eaten after a meal rather than as a snack.

Action steps

1. Warm the pudding through so the sponge is soft and the sauce is pourable.
2. Pour hot toffee sauce over each portion just before serving.
3. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a pour of custard or cream on the side.
4. Serve immediately while warm.