Description
Hot Fudge Pudding Cake is a chocolate lover’s ultimate dessert, featuring a rich and gooey cake topped with a luscious fudge sauce that forms as it bakes. This self-saucing treat is remarkably simple to prepare, making it perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy night in. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent experience that satisfies every sweet tooth. With minimal ingredients and clear steps, you’ll create a dessert that not only looks impressive but also tastes divine.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk together half the sugar and cocoa powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, remaining cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth; then combine with dry ingredients.
- Fold in chocolate chips and spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle the cocoa mixture on top.
- Carefully pour boiling water over the batter without stirring.
- Bake for 22-24 minutes until the top is cracked and bubbling.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving warm with ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg