Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dessert with this Hot Fudge Chocolate Pudding Cake. A decadent cake layer topped with a rich fudge sauce that magically bakes into a gooey pudding underneath. It’s a warm, comforting treat that’s simple to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cake Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Fudge Sauce Layer:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/4 cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix Cake Batter: Combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla; spread in dish.
- Prepare Fudge Layer: Mix brown sugar and cocoa, sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water on top.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until set on top and pudding forms.
- Serve: Cool for 10 minutes, then enjoy warm with sauce, ice cream, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Don’t skip the hot water step—it creates the pudding layer.
- This dessert is best enjoyed fresh and warm for maximum gooeyness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
