Chocolate Cherry Pudding Cake

Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Chocolate Cherry Pudding Cake, a dessert that combines rich, fudgy chocolate cake with sweet, luscious cherries and a gooey molten sauce baked underneath. This easy-to-make recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep time and transforms simple pantry staples, like cocoa powder, sugar, and flour, into a show-stopping dessert perfect for any occasion. As the cake bakes, a magical transformation occurs—the boiling water poured over the batter creates a velvety chocolate-cherry sauce, adding a touch of elegance and flavor to every bite. Serve this warm, indulgent treat straight from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate comfort dessert. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this pudding cake is an irresistible medley of bold flavors and dreamy textures!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

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
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sweetened pitted cherries, drained
• 1.5 cups boiling water
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until a smooth batter forms.

Step 4

Fold the drained cherries gently into the batter, taking care not to overmix.

Step 5

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Slowly pour the boiling water over the entire surface of the batter. Do not stir! The water will create a sauce beneath the cake as it bakes.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top of the cake is set and appears slightly cracked.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. The cake will have a molten chocolate-cherry sauce underneath.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1343.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2596.9

Total Fat 72.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 143.8mg	0%
Sodium 1366.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 526.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.5g	0%
Total Sugars 338.7g
Protein 45.5g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 486.6mg	0%
Iron 29.2mg	0%
Potassium 2885.1mg	0%

*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: 22.2%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 71.6%