Butterscotch Pudding Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Butterscotch Pudding Cake, a magic two-in-one treat that combines a tender, butter-infused cake with a rich, gooey butterscotch pudding layer. With simple pantry staples like brown sugar, melted butter, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe transforms into a decadent dessert as it bakes in the oven, creating its own velvety sauce beneath a golden, fluffy cake. Ready in under an hour and served warm, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight indulgence. Pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra layer of indulgence. Ideal for dessert lovers, this one-pan wonder is guaranteed to impress! Keywords: butterscotch pudding cake, self-saucing dessert, easy homemade cake recipe, warm dessert ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Light brown sugar (packed)
- 1.5 cups Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter will be thick.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of the batter.
Gently pour the hot water over the back of a spoon onto the batter. Do not stir; the water will create the pudding layer as it bakes.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is set and golden brown.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes. The pudding layer will thicken slightly as it cools.
Serve warm, spooning pudding from the bottom of the dish over each slice. Optionally, top with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1378 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 378.5 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 284.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 310 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 555 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
