1陆 tsp golden syrup
1 tbsp golden syrup
1陆 tsp bicarbonate of soda
200g/7oz pitted dates
5 tbsp demerara sugar, for coating the moulds
175g/6oz demerara sugar
200g/7oz self-raising flour
175g/6oz dark muscovado sugar
1陆 tsp black treacle
1 tbsp black treacle
陆 tsp vanilla extract
50g/2oz butter, softened, plus extra for greasing the moulds
175g/6oz butter
500ml/18fl oz double cream
2 free-range eggs
vanilla ice cream