INGREDIENTS
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1 cup sugar
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1 cup (about 6 ounces) chopped and pitted dates
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1 cup hot water
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6 tablespoons butter
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1 1/2 cups flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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For the glaze:
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/4 cup dark brown sugar
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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1/4 teaspoon (or so) good sea salt, for finishing