Description

This Hot Fudge Chocolate Pudding Cake is a rich, self-saucing dessert that creates its luscious chocolate sauce as it bakes. With a moist, cake-like top and a gooey fudge layer underneath, this indulgent treat is perfect when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. It’s a simple, classic dessert that satisfies every chocolate lover’s cravings!

Ingredients

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For the Cake Batter:

1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup whole milk
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Fudge Sauce:

¾ cup brown sugar, packed
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ¼ cups boiling water

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Instructions

Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
Make the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until just combined. The batter will be thick.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Prepare the Fudge Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cocoa powder.
- Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the cake batter in the dish.
- Carefully pour the boiling water over the entire surface—do not stir. This will create the fudgy sauce as the cake bakes.
Bake the Cake:
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top looks set and firm but a fudgy sauce is bubbling underneath.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Scoop out warm portions, making sure to get some of the gooey chocolate sauce from the bottom.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate dessert experience.

Notes

If you love extra fudgy cakes, add chocolate chips to the batter for more richness.
This cake is best enjoyed warm, as the sauce thickens and becomes extra gooey when fresh.
You can swap whole milk for almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American