Chocolate Pudding Cake
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Chocolate Pudding Cake

6 servings
Chocolate pudding cake is ready in just over an hour, and it is certain to win over everyone at your dinner or party. A smooth, silky pudding layer bakes underneath the rich cake for a surprise in each scoop.

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • all-purpose flour
    1 c
  • baking powder
    2 tsp.
  • kosher salt
    ½ tsp.
  • instant espresso powder (such as delallo
    ¼ tsp.
  • granulated sugar

    divided

    1 c
  • unsweetened cocoa

    divided

    ½ c
  • whole milk
    ½ c
  • unsalted butter

    melted

    ⅓ c
  • vanilla extract
    1 ½ tsp.
  • packed light brown sugar
    ¼ c
  • hot tap water
    1 ¼ c
  • flaky sea salt
    2 tsp.
  • vanilla ice cream
    1 pt.
  • caramel sauce and chopped toasted walnuts

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix dry ingredients for cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat an (8-inch) square baking dish with cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, espresso powder, 3/4 cup of the granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of the cocoa.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Make cake batter: Whisk in milk, butter, and vanilla until a thick batter forms.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Add batter to pan: Spread batter evenly in prepared baking dish.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Combine sauce ingredients: Whisk together brown sugar, remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and remaining 1/4 cup cocoa; sprinkle evenly over batter in baking dish.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Add hot water: Pour hot water over mixture in baking dish, completely covering surface. (Do not stir mixture.)

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Bake cake: Bake in preheated oven until center is set, about 40 minutes.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let cool 15 minutes. Scoop into bowls; top evenly with ice cream. Garnish with caramel sauce and walnuts.

    Step 7
Chocolate Pudding Cake
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Chocolate Pudding Cake

70 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a dessert that delivers a delightful surprise with every spoonful? This Chocolate Pudding Cake recipe transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary treat, perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in.

What sets this dessert apart is the ingenious way a silky, smooth pudding forms right beneath the rich, tender chocolate cake as it bakes. This magical transformation means you get two incredible textures in every spoonful, all from one pan, making it a truly unique and satisfying experience.

Prepare for a truly indulgent experience. Each scoop of this Chocolate Pudding Cake offers a decadent combination of moist, deep chocolate cake on top, beautifully contrasting with a warm, luscious chocolate pudding below. The subtle hint of instant espresso powder deepens the chocolate flavor without making it taste like coffee, while a sprinkle of flaky sea salt offers a sophisticated finish that balances the sweetness. This dessert is designed to be effortlessly impressive, ready in just over an hour, making it a fantastic choice for a party or a comforting family treat.

While wonderful on its own, you can easily adapt this Chocolate Pudding Cake to your taste. For an extra nutty crunch, consider toasted pecans instead of walnuts, or swirl in a different flavor sauce like raspberry for a fruity counterpoint to the rich chocolate. To make it even more decadent, try serving it with a dollop of fresh whipped cream alongside the classic vanilla ice cream.

This delightful Chocolate Pudding Cake is an ideal dessert for dinner parties, celebratory occasions, or simply a cozy evening in. Serve it warm, garnished generously with creamy vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a sprinkle of chopped toasted walnuts for the ultimate presentation.

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