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Chocolate Pudding Cake

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 256 kcal

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
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder for the pudding layer
  • 1 1/2 cups boiling water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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  • Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
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  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  • In a small bowl, mix the light brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa powder, then sprinkle this mixture over the batter in the dish.
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  • Carefully pour the boiling water over the top, covering the entire surface. Do not stir.
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  • Bake for about 30 minutes, until the center is set and the top begins to crack.
  • Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
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Nutrition

Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 193mgFiber: 2g
Keyword chocolate, chocolate pudding cake
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