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The Ultimate Guide to Hot Fudge Pudding Cake


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  • Author: ating
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Molten Bliss Hot Fudge Pudding Cake is the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream. With a gooey fudge sauce hidden beneath a rich cake layer, each scoop reveals a warm, decadent treat that pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. The perfect dessert for any occasion!


Ingredients

For the Cake Base:

  • Granulated sugar
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Milk
  • Unsalted butter, melted
  • Egg yolk
  • Vanilla extract
  • Semisweet chocolate chips

For the Fudge Sauce Layer:

  • Granulated sugar
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Boiling water

Instructions

  • Prepare the Baking Dish:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  • Make the Cake Batter:

    • Whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
    • In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
    • Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Create the Fudge Sauce:

    • Sprinkle a mixture of sugar and cocoa powder evenly over the top of the cake batter.
    • Gently pour the boiling water over the top without stirring.
  • Bake to Perfection:

    • Bake for 22-24 minutes until the top is cracked and the sauce is bubbling.
    • Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes so the sauce can thicken.
  • Serve and Indulge:

    • Scoop the warm cake into bowls, ensuring you get plenty of the gooey fudge sauce.
    • Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.

Notes

  • This cake is best served warm to experience the molten fudge sauce.
  • You can make this dessert ahead of time and reheat it for a quick treat.
  • The fudgy sauce layer forms naturally during baking, so resist the urge to stir the ingredients together!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22-24 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American