Hot Fudge Chocolate Pudding Cake
This self-saucing chocolate pudding cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers! A rich, moist chocolate cake sits atop a luscious, bubbling hot fudge sauce that forms as it bakes. Perfectly warm, gooey, and indulgent—serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat!
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Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Fudge Sauce:
1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/4 cups (300ml) boiling water
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Directions
1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish.
2. Make the Cake Batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla, stirring until smooth. Spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. Create the Fudge Layer: In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar and cocoa powder. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
4. Pour the Magic: Gently pour the boiling water over the entire mixture without stirring—this creates the fudgy sauce as it bakes.
5. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top appears set but slightly jiggly in the center.
6. Let It Set: Remove from oven and let sit for 5-10 minutes—the sauce will thicken slightly underneath.
7. Serve Warm: Spoon out a slice