Creating Decadent Sticky Toffee Pudding can be simple if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish or individual ramekins.
2. Prepare Dates: In a bowl, combine the chopped dates with boiling water. Stir in the baking soda and set aside to cool slightly.
3. Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Add Dates: Fold in the date mixture, including the water, until evenly distributed.
8. Pour into Dish: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish or ramekins, smoothing the top.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Prepare Toffee Sauce: While the pudding is baking, make the toffee sauce by combining brown sugar, double cream, butter, and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.
11. Cool: Once baked, remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
12. Serve with Sauce: Drizzle the warm toffee sauce generously over the pudding before serving.

By following these steps, you will create a Decadent Sticky Toffee Pudding that is simply irresistible.