Macadamia and Davidson’s Plum Sticky Date Pudding
A moist sticky date pudding enhanced with crunchy macadamia nuts and tart Davidson’s plum caramel sauce. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers chopped pitted dates, boiling water, baking soda into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, chopped pitted dates
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup, softened unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
- 1/3 cup Davidson’s plum jam
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for sauce)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sauce)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a heatproof bowl, combine 1 cup chopped pitted dates with 1 cup boiling water and 1 tsp baking soda. Stir and let sit for 15 minutes to soften.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then 1 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Sift together 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1 tsp baking powder. Gradually fold into the butter mixture.
- Step 4: Stir the soaked dates (including liquid) and 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts into the batter until evenly combined.
- Step 5: Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch square baking pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Step 6: While pudding bakes, make the Davidson’s plum caramel sauce by heating 1/3 cup Davidson’s plum jam, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously for 5-7 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Step 7: Serve warm sticky date pudding drizzled generously with the plum caramel sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Macadamia and Davidson’s Plum Sticky Date Pudding take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Macadamia and Davidson’s Plum Sticky Date Pudding?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Macadamia and Davidson’s Plum Sticky Date Pudding?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Macadamia and Davidson’s Plum Sticky Date Pudding for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Macadamia and Davidson’s Plum Sticky Date Pudding?
Australian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
