Hot Fudge Pudding Cake III

Indulge in the rich and irresistible Hot Fudge Pudding Cake III. This dessert is a perfect marriage of gooey chocolate cake and luscious hot fudge sauce. This easy-to-make recipe guarantees a sweet treat that will leave you wanting more. The cake bakes up with a soft, moist texture while creating its own gooey fudge sauce on the bottom. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent experience. Get ready to savor a slice of heaven!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup white sugar
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup milk
• 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup boiling water

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, white sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
3. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. If desired, fold in nuts and chocolate chips.
4. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
5. In a separate small bowl, combine brown sugar and remaining 1/4 cup cocoa. Sprinkle mixture evenly over batter.
6. Carefully pour boiling water over the top.
7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the center is set and the top is glossy. Serve warm.

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