Chocolate Mocha Walnut Pudding Cake Recipe

Indulge in this heavenly Chocolate Mocha Walnut Pudding Cake! A simple recipe from Washington, DC pastry chef Peter Brett, this cake is a cinch to make, pleasing chocoholics and coffee lovers alike. The rich chocolate and coffee flavors are perfectly complemented by crunchy walnuts, and a luscious pudding-like texture develops as it cools. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla or coffee ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 363.8 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chocolate Mocha Walnut Pudding Cake

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How to Make Chocolate Mocha Walnut Pudding Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Lightly grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
  4. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts.
  5. Set aside.
  6. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup whole milk, 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter, and 4 ounces (113g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped. Stir constantly until butter and chocolate are melted and smooth.
  7. Remove from heat. Add the chocolate mixture to the dry ingredients. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 large egg. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan.
  9. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup packed light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and ½ cup strong brewed coffee. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly, until smooth and thickened (about 1 minute).
  10. Carefully pour the hot coffee mixture evenly over the cake batter.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. The pudding may be visible around the edges.
  12. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. The pudding will thicken as it cools.
  13. Spoon the pudding cake into individual bowls and serve warm with vanilla or coffee ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

137g

Fat

38g

Carbs

18g