In a small bowl, combine dates, hot water, bourbon and baking soda,. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine butter and milk. Microwave on low until butter is melted.
Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg to the milk mixture. Stir until uniform.
Stir in beaten egg and bourbon-date mixture.
Coat the insides of four ramekins with nonstick spray and divide batter evenly amongst the ramekins.
Cover each ramekin with foil coated in nonstick spray (sprayed-side down).
Place the steam rack in the Instant Pot followed by 1 1/2 cups water. Arrange the ramekins on the steam rack. You may have to stack three on the bottom and one on the top. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
Using the display panel select the STEAM function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 20 minutes.
When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
Carefully remove the ramekins from the pot. Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert onto a serving dish.
Drizzle each pudding with caramel sauce. Serve warm.
Recipe Notes
*If you don’t have a STEAM function, use MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK