Mocha Pudding Cake

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Mocha Pudding Cake—a decadent fusion of rich chocolate and bold espresso flavors. This easy-to-make treat boasts a velvety cake layer that magically bakes over a luscious mocha sauce, all in just one dish. Perfect for coffee and chocolate lovers alike, this recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and a touch of instant espresso to deliver a warm, gooey dessert that's both comforting and impressive. Top it off with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a swoon-worthy finish. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is the ideal sweet finale for any gathering or cozy night in.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for topping)
• 1.25 cups boiling water
• 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and espresso powder. Stir until the espresso powder is fully dissolved.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until smooth. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Step 5

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

In another small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and the additional cocoa powder (for topping). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter.

Step 7

In a heatproof measuring cup, combine the boiling water with the espresso powder (for sauce). Stir until dissolved.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the top looks set but the cake is still jiggly underneath.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. As it cools, the sauce thickens beneath the cake.

Step 11

Serve warm, spooning the cake along with the rich mocha sauce beneath. Optionally, top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	959.8 grams (959.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2235

Total Fat 56.90g	73%
Saturated Fat 22.10g	111%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 1572mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate 440.00g	160%
Dietary Fiber 16.70g	60%
Total Sugars 317.20g
Protein 26.40g	53%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 291mg	22%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 848mg	18%

*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: 21.5%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 74.0%