Chocolate Pudding Cake

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this homemade Chocolate Pudding Cake, a self-saucing delight that’s as easy to make as it is irresistible. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe features a moist chocolate cake that magically creates its own rich, gooey pudding layer as it bakes. Made with pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and butter, this dessert comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in 35 minutes. The magic happens when hot water is poured over the batter, transforming the humble ingredients into a decadent treat with minimal effort. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an unbeatable finish. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this Chocolate Pudding Cake is comfort food at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

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 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for topping)
• 1.25 cups hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and 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

Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and 1/4 cup of cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter in the baking dish.

Step 5

Carefully pour the hot water evenly over the top of the mixture without stirring.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the top of the cake looks set and the pudding layer is bubbling underneath.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the cake cool for about 10 minutes to allow the pudding to thicken slightly.

Step 8

Serve warm, scooping portions to include both the cake and pudding layers. Optionally, top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(979.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2139.9

Total Fat 36.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 73.0mg	0%
Sodium 1616.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 469.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.6g	0%
Total Sugars 330.3g
Protein 30.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 441.6mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1448.4mg	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: 14.2%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 80.6%