Instructions

Sticky Date Pudding

1. In a large mug place the chopped dates and water. Cook in a microwave for 1 minute to soften the dates.
2. Add bicarb soda and mash with a fork.
3. Add the butter to the mixture and microwave again for 10-15 seconds until melted.
4. Add sugar, flour and egg yolk, then mix to thoroughly combine.
5. Place in the microwave for a 1 minute.

Caramel sauce

1. In a small microwave-proof bowl, add sugar, butter and milk.  Cook in the microwave for 20 seconds.
2. Remove and stir. Repeat several times until the result is a dark caramel sauce.
3. Drizzle over sticky date mug cake.