Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake
Indulge in the decadence of a Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake, a dreamy dessert that combines the richness of molten chocolate sauce with the comforting texture of a tender cake. This easy-to-make recipe creates magic in just one pan, as a simple batter transforms into a self-saucing masterpiece while baking. A topping of brown sugar and cocoa melts into the bubbling chocolate beneath, delivering a luscious pudding-like layer that pairs perfectly with the fluffy cake above. Serve it warm and straight from the oven, optionally topped with chocolate chips for an extra dose of indulgence. Perfect for cozy nights or dinner parties, this dessert is guaranteed to delight every chocolate lover. Ready in under an hour and made with pantry staples, it’s a must-try recipe for any occasion.
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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 Milk
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (for topping)
- 1.25 cups Boiling water
- 0.25 cup Chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or similar-sized oven-safe dish.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3
Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, and mix until smooth and fully combined (the batter will be thick).
Step 4
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and additional cocoa powder for the topping.
Step 6
Sprinkle the brown sugar and cocoa mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
Step 7
Pour the boiling water carefully over the entire surface of the batter. Do not stir; it will look liquidy, but this is necessary for the pudding sauce to form underneath during baking.
Step 8
Optionally, sprinkle chocolate chips over the top.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the top appears cake-like and set but the edges are slightly bubbling.
Step 10
Allow the cake to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. As it cools, the pudding sauce will thicken slightly.
Step 11
To serve, scoop the cake into bowls, making sure to spoon some of the chocolate sauce over each portion. Best enjoyed warm!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1006.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2274.2 |
| Total Fat 67.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 104.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1595.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 451.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 47.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 278.6g | |
| Protein 42.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 434.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2208.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories