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
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Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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