🍽 Hot Fudge Pudding Cake – A Heavenly Chocolate Delight!
If you love chocolate, this is the dessert you’ve been waiting for! The Hot Fudge Pudding Cake is a super easy-to-make, warm, and decadent treat. You get the best of both worlds with a cake and pudding in one bite. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a perfect finish to any meal. 🍦
🛒 Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
🍴 Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the Wet Ingredients:
Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
4. Add Nuts (Optional):
If you’re using chopped nuts, fold them into the batter for an added crunch.
5. Prepare the Fudge Sauce:
Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of cocoa powder (optional) and sugar (around 1/2 cup) over the top of the batter. Do not stir! The sauce will form during baking.
6. Bake the Cake:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is set, and the cake has formed. The cake will rise and form a fudge-like sauce at the bottom of the dish.
7. Serve Warm:
Once baked, let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top for an extra indulgence!
🍴 Serve and Enjoy!
This Hot Fudge Pudding Cake is a perfect dessert to enjoy after dinner, and its warm, gooey center paired with a cool topping makes it irresistible! 🍫
🔄 Pro Tips:
Toppings: Top with ice cream, whipped cream, or even a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra flavor.
Nuts: If you prefer a nut-free dessert, feel free to omit the nuts or use your favorite kind, like walnuts or pecans.
Flavor Twist: Add a dash of cinnamon or espresso powder to elevate the chocolate flavor even further.
🍴 Variations:
Vegan Option: Use a plant-based butter and milk substitute to make this dessert vegan-friendly.
Boozy Kick: Add a splash of Kahlúa or Baileys Irish Cream for an adult twist to this dessert.