Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with this irresistible Hot Fudge Chocolate Pudding Cake that melts hearts and satisfies deepest dessert cravings. Rich layers of warm, gooey chocolate promise pure indulgence that will transport you to a world of sweet, comforting bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk (180 milliliters)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Fudge Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/4 cups boiling water (300 milliliters)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (175C) and lightly coating a 9-inch square baking pan with grease. Simultaneously, bring water to a boil in a kettle.
- Create the cake base by whisking together granulated sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Incorporate milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture achieves a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, ensuring an even distribution across the surface.
- Craft the fudge layer by combining remaining white sugar, brown sugar, and cocoa powder in a separate bowl. Delicately sprinkle this mixture over the cake batter.
- Gently pour boiling water across the surface, allowing it to rest without stirring, creating a distinctive layered effect.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes. The cake is ready when the center appears almost set and a toothpick inserted reveals moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the cake rest for 15 minutes, allowing the fudge sauce to develop its rich, gooey texture.
- Serve in individual dessert dishes, topping with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Generously spoon the hot fudge sauce from the pan’s bottom over each serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh, high-quality cocoa powder for the richest chocolate flavor that’ll make your taste buds dance.
- Precision matters when measuring ingredients, especially cocoa and flour, so use level measurements for the most consistent results.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free flour blend to keep the magical texture intact.
- Create a dairy-free alternative by using plant-based milk and coconut oil instead of butter, ensuring everyone can enjoy this decadent dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 146 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg