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Easy Self-Saucing Chocolate Pudding Cake

Close-up of a slice of chocolate pudding cake showing the molten, gooey center.
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Make this easy chocolate pudding cake for a rich, gooey dessert with a molten chocolate center under a soft cake layer. It is a true comfort food dessert you can prepare quickly.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for sauce)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for sauce)
  • 1 cup hot water (for sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, and baking soda.
  3. Add the cold water, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and vinegar to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa powder designated for the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle this dry sauce mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
  7. Carefully pour 1 cup of hot water over the top of the dry sauce mixture. Do not stir.
  8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The cake will look done on top, and the hot water will have created the pudding sauce underneath.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

  • Serve this warm chocolate dessert immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the best gooey chocolate dessert experience.
  • You can substitute buttermilk for the cold water and vinegar combination for a slightly richer cake flavor.
  • This recipe uses pantry ingredients, making it a quick chocolate recipe for weeknights.

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