Upside Down Chocolate Pudding Cake
Dive into pure chocolate decadence with this Upside Down Chocolate Pudding Cake, a dessert that magically separates into a fluffy, chocolate-infused cake on top and a luscious, self-saucing pudding layer beneath. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and hot water to create a velvety, molten chocolate experience. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an irresistible aroma filling your kitchen as it bakes, this dessert is ideal for casual weeknights or impressing guests. Best served warm, this indulgent treat is elevated with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Rich, comforting, and surprisingly easy to make, this recipe is your go-to for captivating any crowd with chocolate bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (divided use)
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 1.5 cups Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish and set it aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of the cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until a smooth batter forms. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and the remaining cocoa powder (1/4 cup) together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish without mixing it in.
Carefully pour the hot water over the top of the batter and sugar mixture. Do not stir; this step is crucial for creating the pudding layer beneath the cake.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake appears set in the center but still jiggles slightly when shaken.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 5-10 minutes. As it cools, the pudding layer will thicken slightly beneath the cake.
Serve warm, spooning both the cake and the rich chocolate pudding sauce onto plates. Optional: Top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1567 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 497.7 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.1 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 327.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1597 mg | 34% | |
*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.
