Description

This Hot Fudge Pudding Cake is a delightful dessert featuring a cakey chocolate top with a rich, molten fudge sauce underneath, perfect for a comforting and indulgent treat.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup milk

1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for topping)

1 1/4 cups hot water (very hot, not boiling)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cocoa powder for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter. Do not stir.
Slowly pour the hot water over the top — really slowly! Do not stir.
Bake for 35–40 minutes. The top will look like cake, but underneath is a molten fudge sauce.
Let it cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

For richer chocolate flavor, add chocolate chips to the batter.

Use almond or oat milk to make it dairy-free; substitute butter with vegan alternative.

Add instant coffee powder to intensify chocolate taste.

Sprinkle chopped nuts or shredded coconut on top before baking for a festive touch.

Add bourbon or rum to the batter for an adult twist.

Store leftovers covered in fridge up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of milk for gooey texture.

Substitute gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: approx. 350 kcal
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg