Step #1
Method (Makes 1 pudding - Serves 8/10)
Step #2
Place the dates into a bowl and add the boiling water and allow to cool. Either using a hand blender or food processor, blend the date mixture into a puree.
Step #3
Place the cake mix, vegetable oil, cold water and the date mixture into a bowl and beat for 1-2 minutes until well combined.
Step #4
Pour the pudding mixture into a well greased square baking dish around 22cm (9 inches).
Step #5
Bake in a preheated oven 180°C (360°F, Gas Mark 4) for 30-35 minutes until golden in colour and firm to the touch. Put all the ingredients for the sauce into a heavy based saucepan, heat gently until the sugar has dissolved. Turn up the heat and allow to bubble for 2-3 minutes until it turns into a rich brown colour.
Step #6
Serve drizzled over the sticky toffee pudding.
