One Pan Chocolate Pudding Cake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this One Pan Chocolate Pudding Cake, a magical treat that practically makes itself! This quick and easy recipe combines a rich, fudgy chocolate cake with a luscious pudding sauce that forms right in the pan as it bakes—all with minimal cleanup. Made using pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and milk, it comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time. The secret lies in the unique layering technique: boiling water poured over the batter creates a self-saucing masterpiece that’s perfect for chocolate lovers. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a crowd-pleasing dessert that feels luxurious but couldn’t be simpler to make. Ideal for weeknight treats or cozy gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.25 cups boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or pan.
In the baking dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until the batter is smooth and no dry streaks remain. Spread the batter evenly in the pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and the remaining 1/4 cup cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
Pour the boiling water evenly over the entire mixture. Do not stir! The water will sit on top.
Carefully transfer the pan to the preheated oven. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top of the cake looks set and cracks form around the edges.
Remove the pan from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. The cake will be on top, and a rich chocolate pudding sauce will form underneath.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 753 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 423.1 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.1 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 256.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 25.3 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 2276 mg | 48% | |
*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.
