Gluten Free Sticky Date Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce

Contributed by Laura Jackson

Sticky date pudding is a classic comfort dessert, and this gluten free version makes it easy to enjoy a soft, rich and indulgent homemade treat. Made with Gluten Free Nomad 1:1 All Purpose Baking Flour, this sticky date pudding combines sweet, tender dates with a delicious buttery butterscotch sauce. Whether you're baking for a family gathering, a cosy winter dessert or a special occasion, this easy gluten free pudding is a recipe worth making again and again.

Ingredients

For the Sticky Date Pudding

• 60 g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing

• 200 g pitted dates

• 300 g water

• 2 tsp bicarbonate of soda

• 170 g caster sugar

• 3 eggs

• 1 tsp natural vanilla extract

• 170 g Gluten Free Nomad All Purpose Baking Flour

For the Butterscotch Sauce

• 250 g cream

• 200 g brown sugar

• 130 g unsalted butter, cut into pieces

• 1 tsp natural vanilla extract

Method

1. Prepare the Dates

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Grease a baking dish with butter.

Place the pitted dates and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the dates soften. Remove from the heat, stir in the bicarbonate of soda and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

2. Make the Pudding Batter

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and caster sugar together until light and creamy.

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the natural vanilla extract.

3. Combine the Ingredients

Add the softened date mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, stirring until well combined.

Gently fold in the Gluten Free Nomad All Purpose Baking Flour until the batter is smooth and evenly mixed. Avoid overmixing.

4. Bake the Pudding

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface.

Bake for approximately 30–40 minutes, or until the pudding is risen and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Baking time may vary depending on the size and depth of your baking dish.

5. Make the Butterscotch Sauce

While the pudding is baking, place the cream, brown sugar and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir until the butter has melted and the sugar has dissolved. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for approximately 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

Stir in the vanilla extract, then remove from the heat.

6. Serve and Enjoy

Allow the pudding to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Pour the warm butterscotch sauce generously over each portion. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delicious, comforting gluten free dessert.

Why You'll Love This Gluten Free Sticky Date Pudding

This easy gluten free sticky date pudding is made with simple ingredients and Gluten Free Nomad 1:1 All Purpose Baking Flour. The naturally sweet dates help create a soft, moist pudding, while the homemade butterscotch sauce adds a rich and buttery finish. It's a comforting gluten free dessert for sharing with friends and family, whether you're an experienced baker or trying gluten free baking for the first time.

Baking with Gluten Free Nomad All Purpose Flour

Gluten Free Nomad All Purpose Baking Flour is designed as a 1:1 substitute for regular flour, making it easy to adapt classic recipes into gluten free favourites. From sticky date pudding and cakes to biscuits, bread and pastries, our flour helps you enjoy more of the baking you love.

For the best results, measure your ingredients accurately and follow the recipe instructions. Every oven and baking dish can vary, so check your pudding for doneness before removing it from the oven.