Best Hot Chocolate Pudding
A warm, indulgent chocolate pudding that combines deep flavors with a luscious texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 125 g plain flour
- 100 g caster sugar
- 25 g cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 60 g unsalted butter, melted then cooled
- 175 ml milk
For the Sauce
- 80 g caster sugar
- 100 g light brown sugar
- 20 g cocoa powder
- 300 ml freshly boiled water
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) / 350°F / Gas, 4. Butter a deep 28 x 18cm (11 x 7in) baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, caster sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cooled melted butter and milk, then stir until you have a smooth batter.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared dish.
Sauce Layer
- Mix the caster sugar, brown sugar, and cocoa powder in a separate bowl.
- Scatter this sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
- Gently pour the boiling water over the top. Do not stir.
Baking
- Bake for about 35 minutes, until the surface looks set with a slightly crisp, cracked top.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. You can add a sprinkle of cocoa or powdered sugar for presentation.