Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding Cake
Indulge in the timeless charm of this Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding Cake, a dessert that magically creates its own rich, fudgy sauce beneath a moist, chocolatey cake layer. Perfectly crafted for chocolate lovers, this easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to deliver a decadent treat that's ready in under an hour. The secret lies in pouring boiling water over the batter before baking, creating a luscious pudding-like sauce as it cooks. Serve it warm, straight from the oven, and elevate it further with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience. Whether for a cozy family dinner or an indulgent treat for guests, this classic chocolate pudding cake is guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 1.25 cups boiling water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of 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
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out with a spatula if needed.
Step 5
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and the remaining 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
Step 6
Carefully pour the boiling water over the top of the entire dish. Do not stir.
Step 7
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top of the cake looks set and slightly crispy.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes. As it cools, the sauce will thicken underneath the cake.
Step 9
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (899.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1853.0 |
| Total Fat 35.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 73.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1576.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 395.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 263.4g | |
| Protein 28.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 337.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1097.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories