Hot Fudge Sundae Cake

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Indulge in the rich, gooey decadence of Hot Fudge Sundae Cake, a dessert that magically creates its own luscious fudge sauce as it bakes. This easy, crowd-pleasing recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and butter to deliver an irresistibly moist chocolate cake layered with a velvety fudge base. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a single baking dish, it’s a quick and mess-free solution for any sweet craving. Top each serving with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for a warm, served à la mode experience that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this self-saucing chocolate cake is your new go-to dessert for sheer indulgence.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Packed brown sugar
• 1.5 cups Boiling water
• 1 scoop per serving Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.

2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

3. Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.

4. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

5. In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and the remaining unsweetened cocoa powder (1/4 cup). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.

6. Carefully pour the boiling water over the top of the batter and sugar mixture. Do not stir.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the cake is set on top but still a bit jiggly underneath (this means the fudge sauce is ready).

8. Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes to let the sauce thicken further.

9. Spoon the warm cake and fudge sauce onto plates or bowls, and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (133.6g)

Calories		280
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		5.1 g	7%
	Saturated Fat	3.2 g	16%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		13 mg	4%
Sodium		215 mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate		57.5 g	21%
	Dietary Fiber	1.9 g	7%
	Total Sugars	43.0 g
Protein		3.2 g	6%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	1%
Calcium		53 mg	4%
Iron		1.2 mg	7%
Potassium		137 mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 367 cal (15.9%%)

Protein: 100 cal (4.4%%)

Carbs: 1838 cal (79.7%%)