Sticky Toffee Pudding Flavored Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
• ½ cup water
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup butter
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• For the Toffee Sauce:
• ¼ cup heavy cream

Step 1

Warm your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing two baking sheets. In a small saucepan, bring the dates and water to a gentle simmer. Stir in the baking soda and keep it simmering until most of the water has evaporated and the dates are soft.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar and butter with a mixer until smooth and fluffy. Add the softened date mixture, then beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt until everything is just combined.

Step 3

Drop spoonfuls of dough about two inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets. Pop them in the oven and bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn a nice golden color.

Step 4

While the cookies are baking, mix the heavy cream, butter, and brown sugar in a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, and let it bubble for about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.

Step 5

Once the cookies have cooled a bit, drizzle the warm toffee sauce over them and enjoy!