Description
Chocolate Pudding Cake is a decadent, indulgent dessert that combines the rich, fudgy texture of a chocolate cake with a gooey, molten pudding center. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. It’s warm, comforting, and pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup whole milk
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for the pudding layer)
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1 1/4 cups boiling water
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or an 8×8-inch square dish with butter or non-stick spray. -
Make the Cake Batter:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, and stir until smooth. -
Pour the Batter into the Dish:
Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. -
Prepare the Pudding Layer:
In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and cocoa powder for the pudding layer. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter in the baking dish. -
Add the Boiling Water:
Carefully pour the boiling water over the batter and sugar mixture in the baking dish. Do not stir; the liquid will create a pudding-like layer beneath the cake during baking. -
Bake the Cake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean. The pudding layer will remain gooey and molten underneath. -
Serve:
Let the cake cool for a few minutes before serving. Spoon out portions, making sure to scoop some of the rich, chocolatey pudding from the bottom. Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
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The pudding layer will form during baking, so don’t worry if the top looks a little soft—it’s part of the magic!
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You can make this dessert ahead of time and reheat it in the microwave or oven.
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For an extra chocolate kick, try adding chocolate chips to the cake batter or sprinkling them on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate pudding cake, molten cake, easy chocolate dessert, cake with pudding, chocolate cake recipe, decadent dessert