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hot fudge pudding cake

(3 ratings)
Recipe by
Teresa G.
Here, KY

This is an old Hershey's recipe that we've loved for many, many years. It's one of those "magic trick" type recipes. You pour hot water over the batter, bake and "Voila!" the cake is on top and the fudge is on the bottom. If you're a chocoholic, this recipe will make you sooooo happy! It's warm, fudgy and delicious and is fairly easy to make.

(3 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For hot fudge pudding cake

  • 1 1/4 c
    granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 c
    all purpose flour
  • 7 Tbsp
    cocoa powder, divided
  • 2 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 c
    milk, whole
  • 1/3 c
    butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 c
    packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/4 c
    hot water

How To Make hot fudge pudding cake

  • 1
    Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Place oven rack in middle position.
  • 2
    In medium mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup granulated sugar, flour, 3 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt.
  • 3
    Blend in milk, melted butter and vanilla; beat until smooth.
  • 4
    Pour batter into an 8"x8"x2" or 9"x9"x2" square pan or baking dish.
  • 5
    In small bowl, combine remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar and remaining 4 tablespoons cocoa; sprinkle mixture evenly over batter.
  • 6
    Pour hot water over top; do not stir.
  • 7
    Bake 40 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • 8
    Let stand 15 minutes; spoon into dessert dishes, spooning sauce from bottom of pan over top. Garnish as desired (a dollop of whipped cream is nice.)
  • 9
    Cover and refrigerate any leftovers.
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