INGREDIENTS
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8 ounces dates, finely chopped (about 1 1/4 cups packed)
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1 cup (8 ounces) boiling water
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1/2 cup (4 ounces) unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 cup packed (6 ounces) golden brown sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 3/4 cups (8 ounces) flour
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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2 cups (16 ounces) whipping cream
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1 cup, packed (6 ounces) dark brown sugar
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1/4 cup (2 ounces) unsalted butter
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optional - 1 tbsp Drambuie liqueur