Sticky Toffee Pudding

1. Cook 6 ounces of diced pitted dates in 3/4 cup of water using a small saucepan. Cook the dates until they are soft. Pour the contents into a blender and puree.

2. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, use an electric mixer to mix 1/2 stick of sweet unsalted butter with 3/4 cups of brown sugar. Add 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, a large egg, 1/4 teaspoon of orange zest and the date puree made previously. Add the dry ingredients and stir.

3. Pour the mixture into a prepared baking pan and bake at 350F until the pudding is set and firm on top.

4. Place toffee on a plate and garnish with caramel sauce and berries.

Caramel Sauce

1. Melt butter in a saucepan, add the brown sugar and whisk until fully combined

2. Add the cream and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook for another 7 minutes

3. In the final stage, add salt and vanilla and stir

4. Finally, organize the plate and enjoy!