One of the all-time favourite British desserts sticky toffee pudding is super-sweet so will overwhelm most wines you might think of pairing with it so what should you choose?
Your best bet is a sweet fortified wine like tawny port, sherry or Madeira, a beer (believe it or not!) or a whisky liqueur.
* An Australian liqueur muscat has similar toffeed flavours but you might find it just a bit too much of a good thing.
* The same goes for a sweet oloroso or cream sherry. Yummy though. One producer, Barbadillo, even produced a Sticky Pudding Wine.
* You could try a 10 year old tawny port which will be slightly nuttier. Some are sweeter than others.
* I have had (well-chilled) Canadian ice wine with STP. Amazing.
* And great suggestion from The Lemon Tree in Bishop's Stortford: Vin Santo. Haven't tried it but am sure it would work.
* For those who don’t have such a sweet tooth a ginger flavoured beer like Blandford’s Ginger Fly can be a delicious match.
* Or try a ginger wine or liqueur - either on its own or served as a Whisky Mac
* Or, if you fancy something a bit stronger, a nip of Drambuie or other whisky liqueur, a cognac or an armagnac.
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What wine pairs well with sticky toffee pudding? ›
Tawny Port and Sticky Toffee Pudding
Instead, opt for a Tawny Port as it's far lighter in style than other fortified wines, and also displays its own notes of toffee and caramel.
Is sticky toffee pudding better with ice cream or custard? ›
What would Nigella's sticky toffee pudding pair well with? Custard might be too thick, even if served cold - I'd recommend vanilla ice cream, as that's a personal favourite of mine!
How to eat sticky toffee pudding? ›
Warm the puddings through, still covered, for 15-20 mins or until the sauce is bubbling. Serve them on their own, or with cream or custard.
Why can't you reheat sticky toffee pudding? ›
The sponge is at its best on the day it is made as if the whole sponge is reheated in an oven there is the risk that it can dry out a little. The sponge will also become firmer when it is stored in the fridge.
What pairs well with sticky toffee pudding? ›
Top pairings
One of the all-time favourite British desserts sticky toffee pudding is super-sweet so will overwhelm most wines you might think of pairing with it so what should you choose? Your best bet is a sweet fortified wine like tawny port, sherry or Madeira, a beer (believe it or not!) or a whisky liqueur.
What does toffee pair well with? ›
Toffee's buttery flavor goes great with a bowl of plain vanilla or chocolate ice cream. You can break up smaller pieces of toffee, and sprinkle them on top of your ice cream or mix them in with it. For a smoother topping, melt some toffee and pour it on your ice cream.
Does sticky toffee pudding need to be refrigerated? ›
Do the puddings need to be refrigerated? Yes!
Do the Irish eat sticky toffee pudding? ›
A taste of Sticky Toffee Pudding
The Irish love to eat it as a dessert or snack, accompanied by vanilla ice cream (for a touch of freshness!). You'll find them in most local restaurants serving Irish cuisine, but you can also find them in pastry shops.
Is sticky toffee pudding Scottish or English? ›
Sticky toffee pudding, known as sticky date pudding in Australia and New Zealand, is a British dessert consisting of a moist sponge cake made with finely chopped dates (optional), covered in a toffee sauce and often served with a vanilla custard or vanilla ice-cream.
You could freeze leftover portions of the pudding in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Freeze the sauce in a separate airtight container. Thaw the sponge and sauce overnight in the fridge. Reheat the sponge in the microwave and reheat the sauce in a saucepan over a low heat, stiring occasionally.
Why is my sticky toffee pudding dry? ›
Never leave your pudding in the oven any longer than the recipe states (unless your test skewer is still coming out with batter on it), as it will quickly dry the pudding out. When reheating, do not leave the pudding in the oven for more than 10-15 minutes at 180 degrees celsius.
Can you freeze Aldi sticky toffee pudding? ›
Keep refrigerated below 5°C. Once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 24 hours and by date shown. Not suitable for freezing. All appliances vary, the following are guidelines only.
What wine goes with toffee? ›
Tawny Port Wines
- When pairing toffee and wine, consider going with a tawny port option.
- Portugal produces some of the best Tawny Port wine, as do regions of India and California. ...
- Sauvignon Blanc is another excellent option when you're choosing wine for toffee. ...
- It's a crisp wine that can be dry or sweet.
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What wine goes with butterscotch pudding? ›
If you need a wine to pair with butterscotch pudding or the best wine for Butterscotch Pudding, you could try a Chardonnay to go with it. (shar-doh-NAY): A full-bodied white with buttery flavors and vanilla, butterscotch and oak notes.
