Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake

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Cake:

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan

1 1/2 cups chopped dates 

1 cup boiling water 

1 cup granulated sugar 

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 

3 large eggs 

2 teaspoons vanilla 

2 cups all-purpose flour 

2 teaspoons baking powder 

1 teaspoon baking soda 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

Pudding:

1 1/2 cups muscovado brown sugar

1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 

1 cup heavy cream 

1 tablespoon vanilla 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

1/4 cup crushed toffee bar or toffee chips, such as Heath Bar, for garnish