Fudgy Pudding Cake
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with this Fudgy Pudding Cake, a dessert that magically transforms in the oven to create a rich, tender cake layered over a luscious, molten fudge sauce. This easy-to-make treat pairs pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and melted butter with a touch of vanilla for a flavor-packed, gooey delight. The unique baking process involves pouring boiling water over the batter, forming a self-saucing chocolate pudding as it bakes to perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights in, this warm, decadent dessert is best served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate indulgence. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this is the chocolate lover’s dream recipe!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 1.25 cups boiling water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3
Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, then stir until just combined to form a thick batter.
Step 4
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 5
In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and remaining cocoa powder (6 tablespoons) together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
Step 6
Slowly pour the boiling water over the top of the batter and brown sugar mixture. Do not stir.
Step 7
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top looks set and firm but the cake jiggles slightly when the dish is gently shaken.
Step 8
Remove the pudding cake from the oven and let it cool for about 5–10 minutes. The cake will have a gooey pudding layer beneath the top layer.
Step 9
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 959.3 grams (959.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1996 |
| Total Fat 43.50g | 56% |
| Saturated Fat 25.80g | 129% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium 1582mg | 69% |
| Total Carbohydrate 432.60g | 157% |
| Dietary Fiber 46.10g | 165% |
| Total Sugars 264.60g | |
| Protein 40.50g | 81% |
| Vitamin D 54IU | 269% |
| Calcium 409mg | 31% |
| Iron 16mg | 88% |
| Potassium 1717mg | 37% |
Source of Calories