Hot Fudge Pudding Cake
A delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate with a warm, gooey fudge layer. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water Must be hot for the desired fudge layer
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the sugar, cocoa powder, and flour.
- Add milk, vegetable oil, baking powder, and vanilla. Stir until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Slowly pour hot water over the batter (do not stir).
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is set.
Serving
- Serve warm, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Make sure to use hot water for pouring over the batter; do not stir it in. For added flavor, consider mixing in some chocolate chips or nuts before adding the hot water. Can add a splash of coffee or different extracts for variation.