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Chocolate Pudding Cake

Irresistible Chocolate Pudding Cake for Cozy Nights

This Chocolate Pudding Cake is a delightful self-saucing dessert that's quick to prepare and sure to impress everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour swap for gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar coconut sugar works for a healthier option
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder opt for a quality brand for richness
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder leavens the cake for a light texture
  • 1 cup Milk consider almond or oat milk for a non-dairy alternative
  • 1/4 cup Butter coconut oil is a great dairy-free substitute
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar maple sugar is a delightful swap
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder enhances the chocolate flavor on top
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar provides a sweet, gooey character

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until well incorporated.
  4. In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined. Pour into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and cocoa powder for the topping. Sprinkle over the cake batter.
  6. Pour hot water over the entire cake batter without stirring.
  7. Bake for about 35 minutes until the top is firm to touch. Do not overbake.
  8. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving warm from the dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Do not skip the hot water step for the self-saucing effect.

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