British Sticky Date and Treacle Puddings on the Grill

Introduction

Sticky, sweet, and delightfully caramelized, these British-style sticky date and treacle puddings are a must-try on the Arteflame grill. By grilling these mini puddings on the hot flat cooktop, you achieve an irresistible golden crust while keeping the inside moist and flavorful. No oven needed—just pure grilling magic.

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped dates
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup black treacle
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• Butter for grilling
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them in the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the napkins, light the paper, and allow the Arteflame grill to heat for about 20 minutes until the cooktop is hot and ready.

Step 2: Soften the dates

1. Place chopped dates in a bowl and pour boiling water over them.
2. Add baking soda and let sit for 10 minutes.
3. Mash the mixture into a paste.

Step 3: Make the pudding batter

1. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
2. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
3. Stir in black treacle and milk.
4. Gradually fold in flour, cinnamon, and the mashed date mixture.

Step 4: Cook the puddings on the grill

1. Grease small ramekins or metal pudding molds with butter.
2. Pour the batter into the molds, filling them 3/4 full.
3. Place the molds directly on the Arteflame flat cooktop in a medium-heat zone.
4. Cover loosely with foil and let cook for about 10-12 minutes, rotating occasionally.

Step 5: Caramelize the puddings

1. Once the puddings are firm, carefully remove them from the molds.
2. Brush each pudding with butter and place them directly on the hot flat cooktop for 1-2 minutes per side until caramelized.
3. Drizzle with caramel sauce and serve warm.

Tips

• Use a spatula to gently rotate the molds to prevent uneven cooking.
• Move the puddings closer to the center for more caramelization or farther away for slower cooking.
• For extra richness, serve with vanilla ice cream or clotted cream.

Variations

1. Chocolate Date Puddings: Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder to the batter for a chocolatey twist.
2. Ginger Treacle Puddings: Mix in 1 tsp ground ginger and 1 tbsp crystallized ginger pieces.
3. Nutty Date Puddings: Stir in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for some crunch.
4. Orange-Spiced Puddings: Add zest of one orange and replace milk with orange juice.
5. Maple Treacle Puddings: Swap black treacle for maple syrup for a milder sweetness.

Conclusion

These sticky date and treacle puddings prove that you don’t need an oven to make a show-stopping dessert. The Arteflame grill ensures perfect caramelization with a hint of smokiness that enhances the traditional British flavors. Try this recipe for your next gathering and amaze your guests with a unique grilled dessert.

Best pairings

• A cup of strong black tea
• Vanilla bean ice cream
• A drizzle of warm butterscotch sauce
• Fresh berries for a refreshing contrast