Deep Dark Chocolate Pudding Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Deep Dark Chocolate Pudding Cake! This ultra-quick and easy recipe, adapted from King Arthur Flour, creates a rich chocolate cake with a magically delicious fudge sauce that forms at the bottom during baking. Spoon the warm cake and luscious hot fudge sauce into a bowl, and top with your favorite ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate dessert experience. Serve hot from the oven, warm, or at room temperature – as it cools, the sauce thickens to an irresistible applesauce-like consistency. Prepare for a chocolate lover's dream!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 252.6 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Deep Dark Chocolate Pudding Cake

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How to Make Deep Dark Chocolate Pudding Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square or 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, ¾ cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar, ¾ teaspoon baking powder, and ¾ teaspoon baking soda until completely smooth. Ensure there are no lumps.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (240ml) boiling water, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted, and ½ cup (60g) chopped nuts (optional).
  4. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (some slight wetness from the sauce is expected).
  7. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before inverting the cake onto a serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

134g

Fat

20g

Carbs

16g