Description
Hot Fudge Pudding Cake is a self-saucing chocolate dessert with a soft, brownie-like top and rich, gooey fudge sauce underneath. It’s easy to make, uses pantry staples, and is best served warm with ice cream.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/4 cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar and remaining cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter—do not stir.
- Carefully pour the hot water over the top. Do not stir.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is set but a pudding-like sauce forms underneath.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Add a pinch of espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor.Chocolate chips or chopped chocolate make great mix-ins.Swap vanilla extract with peppermint or almond extract for a flavor twist.Let rest for a few minutes after baking so the fudge sauce thickens.Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
