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Mary Berry Sticky Toffee Cupcakes

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Indulge in the delightful Mary Berry Sticky Toffee Cupcakes, a scrumptious blend of moist cupcakes infused with rich caramel flavors. These cupcakes feature a unique combination of dates and dark muscovado sugar, creating an unforgettable taste experience that is perfect for any occasion—from elegant afternoon teas to festive gatherings. Topped with a luscious toffee sauce and creamy buttercream frosting, these treats are sure to impress everyone. Whether you’re baking for a special event or simply treating yourself, these sticky toffee delights will elevate your dessert game.

Ingredients

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  • 100g dried dates, pitted and chopped
  • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 150ml boiling water
  • 100g unsalted butter, softened
  • 100g dark muscovado sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp treacle
  • 150g self-raising flour
  • For the Toffee Sauce: 50g unsalted butter, 50g dark muscovado sugar, 50ml double cream
  • For the Buttercream: 100g unsalted butter, 200g icing sugar, 1 tbsp milk, ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Soak chopped dates in boiling water with bicarbonate of soda for about 15–20 minutes until softened.
  2. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a cupcake tin with cases.
  3. Cream together softened butter and dark muscovado sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in treacle.
  5. Gently fold in self-raising flour followed by the soaked date mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide batter among cupcake cases and bake for about 20–22 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  7. For toffee sauce: Melt butter with dark muscovado sugar over low heat; whisk in double cream until smooth.
  8. For buttercream: Beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add sifted icing sugar, then mix in milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Once cooled, fill cupcakes with warm toffee sauce and top with buttercream and more sauce.

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