Description
A rich and comforting self-saucing chocolate dessert that bakes into a soft cake on top with a velvety chocolate pudding layer underneath.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/4 cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup 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 another bowl, mix together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, and 1/4 cup cocoa powder for the topping.
- Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the batter without stirring.
- Carefully pour the hot water over the entire mixture. Do not stir.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is set but still soft.
- Let cool slightly before serving so the sauce thickens a bit.
Notes
- Add a handful of chocolate chips to the batter for extra richness.
- Replace part of the hot water with strong brewed coffee for deeper flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to enhance the chocolate taste.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave in short intervals until warm.
- Add a splash of milk before reheating to keep the sauce smooth.
- Best served warm, fresh from the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 309
- Sugar: 34.3g
- Sodium: 197mg
- Fat: 3.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Protein: 3.3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
