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Hot Fudge Pudding Cake Recipe

Hot Fudge Pudding Cake Recipe
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This Hot Fudge Pudding Cake is a decadent, easy-to-make dessert featuring a rich chocolate cake layer that bakes over a gooey, fudgy pudding base. With a perfectly set top and molten chocolate sauce underneath, it’s an ideal warm treat served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent experience.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fudge Topping

  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ¾ cups hot water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined to create the dry cake base.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until a smooth, thick batter forms without any lumps.
  4. Spread in Pan: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to spread it smoothly to the edges for uniform baking.
  5. Make the Fudge Topping: In a separate small bowl, combine the packed brown sugar and ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the surface of the batter without stirring it in.
  6. Add Hot Water: Carefully pour the hot water gently over the top of the brown sugar mixture without stirring. This crucial step allows the pudding layer to form beneath the cake as it bakes.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is set and shows slight cracks, while the bottom remains fudgy and gooey.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to stand for 10 to 15 minutes to let the pudding thicken. Serve warm, spooning the fudgy chocolate sauce from the bottom over each piece. Optionally, top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.

Notes

  • Do not stir after adding hot water to ensure proper pudding formation beneath the cake layer.
  • Use an 8-inch square baking dish for best results and to maintain the correct cake thickness.
  • Serve warm for the most delicious gooey texture; leftovers can be reheated gently in the microwave.
  • This cake pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic dessert experience.
  • Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness in the dessert, but salted butter can be substituted if preferred.

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Keywords: Hot Fudge Cake, Chocolate Dessert, Pudding Cake, Easy Baking, Comfort Desserts, Warm Chocolate Cake

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