Hot Fudge Pudding
A comforting dessert featuring a soft cake-like layer with a rich, gooey fudge sauce underneath, perfect for cozy nights and family dinners.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups hot water Hot from the tap for best results.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch square baking dish.
- Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the batter.
- Pour hot water over the top of the batter (do not stir it).
Baking
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the cake is set but still soft.
- Serve warm and enjoy the gooey fudge sauce that forms underneath.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat. Leftover pudding can be covered and stored in the fridge for about 3 days.