"Both the English and the Irish love this sweet, although it's actually more like a cake than a pudding. Because it's so rich, I like to balance the flavor with fresh strawberries or raspberries...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Sticky Toffee Sauce:
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4 cups heavy cream
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2 cups dark brown sugar, packed
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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For the Cake:
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1 1/2 cups water
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1 1/4 cups chopped pitted dates
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 cup unsalted butter
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2/3 cup sugar
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4 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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Fresh strawberries or raspberries for garnish (optional)