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Hot Fudge Pudding

A warm, gooey dessert featuring a rich cake topped with a velvety chocolate fudge sauce, perfect for chocolate lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 3/4 cups hot water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square 9-inch baking dish or similar-sized casserole dish to prevent the pudding from sticking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Topping and Baking
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa powder. Evenly sprinkle this mixture over the batter in the baking dish.
  2. Carefully pour the hot water over the top of the batter and sugar mixture. Do not stir—this step creates the magic sauce!
  3. Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the cake top is set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  4. Once baked, remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
  5. Ladle portions into bowls and enjoy warm, preferably topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For Extra Richness: Consider adding a handful of chocolate chips to the batter before baking for an even more decadent treat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave for a quick dessert fix!