Deep Dark Chocolate Pudding Cake
Indulge in the luscious decadence of Deep Dark Chocolate Pudding Cake, a dessert that’s as rich in flavor as it is simple to prepare. This crowd-pleasing treat combines a tender, fudgy cake with a self-saucing layer of gooey chocolate pudding, thanks to a clever baking technique. Made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, brown sugar, and boiling water, this recipe comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep. As it bakes, the magic happens—forming a crackly, cake-like top with a molten chocolate sauce hidden beneath. Perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, this easy chocolate dessert is ideal for weeknight indulgence or dinner parties. Bursting with deep, dark chocolate flavor in every bite, it’s a must-try recipe for chocoholics and comfort food lovers alike!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for topping)
- 1.5 cups boiling water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish and set it aside.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3
Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, and stir until a smooth batter forms.
Step 4
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
Step 6
Slowly pour the boiling water over the entire surface of the batter. Do not stir.
Step 7
Carefully transfer the baking dish to the oven. Bake for 35 minutes or until the top of the cake is set and slightly cracked.
Step 8
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. The center will be gooey and pudding-like, with a rich sauce underneath.
Step 9
Serve warm, spooning the cake and sauce onto dessert plates or bowls. Optionally, top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1028.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2043.0 |
| Total Fat 44.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 76.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1583.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 441.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 46.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 273.8g | |
| Protein 40.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 414.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2103.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories