Sticky Toffee Pudding with Maple Caramel · Faith Middleton's Food Schmooze

Ingredients

• 8 ounces pitted Medjool dates ((15 to 16 large dates), finely chopped)
• 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 large eggs
• Whipped cream (for serving)
• 1-1/2 cups pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt