Imagine a dessert that's part cake, part pudding, and 100% decadent chocolate heaven. This Chocolate Pudding Cake is the ultimate comfort food that will transform your ordinary dessert routine into an extraordinary culinary experience. With its rich, gooey center and perfectly moist texture, this recipe is about to become your new go-to chocolate indulgence that will have everyone begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish or a similar-sized oven-safe dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent the cake from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until they are well combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Once the batter is smooth, carefully stir in 1 cup of boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and necessary for the pudding effect.
- If desired, fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey flavor. Ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving. The cake will be soft and have a pudding-like consistency underneath.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
Tips
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the most intense chocolate flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter - a few lumps are perfectly fine and help maintain the cake's tender texture.
- The boiling water is crucial - it creates the signature pudding-like consistency underneath the cake.
- Make sure to grease your baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Check the cake around 35 minutes to prevent overcooking - you want moist crumbs, not a dry cake.
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving to allow the pudding layer to set.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and gently reheat before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 5mg
