Hot Fudge Sundae Cake

Indulge in the rich, gooey decadence of Hot Fudge Sundae Cake, a dessert that magically creates its own luscious fudge sauce as it bakes. This easy, crowd-pleasing recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and butter to deliver an irresistibly moist chocolate cake layered with a velvety fudge base. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a single baking dish, it’s a quick and mess-free solution for any sweet craving. Top each serving with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for a warm, served à la mode experience that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this self-saucing chocolate cake is your new go-to dessert for sheer indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Packed brown sugar
• 1.5 cups Boiling water
• 1 scoop per serving Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and the remaining unsweetened cocoa powder (1/4 cup). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.

Step 6

Carefully pour the boiling water over the top of the batter and sugar mixture. Do not stir.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the cake is set on top but still a bit jiggly underneath (this means the fudge sauce is ready).

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes to let the sauce thicken further.

Step 9

Spoon the warm cake and fudge sauce onto plates or bowls, and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1114.9 grams (1114.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2303

Total Fat 44.80g	57%
Saturated Fat 27.10g	136%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 102mg	34%
Sodium 1651mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 491.30g	179%
Dietary Fiber 32.00g	114%
Total Sugars 344.70g
Protein 34.70g	69%

Vitamin D 62IU	309%
Calcium 501mg	39%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 1554mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.1%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 78.4%