Steamed sticky date puddings 
Make 12 muffin sized puddings
1 cup dates
1/2 tsp bicarbonate soda
30 grams butter (softened)
1/4 white sugar
1/4 brown sugar
1egg
3/4 self raising flour
Preheat steam oven or steamer to full steam.
1. Cover dates with boiling water.
2. Cream butter and sugar for 2 minutes.
3. Add egg, whisk together and flour.
4. Drain dates, add bicarbonate of soda, add to mix and whisk.
5. Spray a silicone muffin tray with canola oil, place onto a biscuit tray, divide mixture evenly.
6. Place into oven, cook for 12 minutes.
While cooking prepare the sauce
Caramel sauce
300ml cream
1cup brown sugar
30 grams butter
1. Place ingredients into a small saucepan, on a medium heat bring to the simmer.
Serve puddings warm, swimming in caramel sauce
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