Imagine a dessert so decadent, so effortlessly luxurious, that it creates its own rich chocolate sauce right before your eyes - without any complicated techniques! This vegan self-saucing pudding is the ultimate game-changer for anyone craving a quick, foolproof dessert that looks and tastes like it came straight from a professional bakery. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll be able to transform ordinary pantry staples into a mind-blowing chocolate experience that will have everyone begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt to ensure there are no lumps.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the almond milk and melted coconut oil. Stir gently until the batter is smooth and fully combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Carefully pour the boiling water over the top of the batter. Do not stir. The water will create a self-saucing effect during baking.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The top will look set, and a rich chocolate sauce will have formed underneath.
- Remove from the oven and let the pudding rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve warm, spooning the pudding and sauce into individual bowls. Optional: Top with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for the smoothest batter possible.
- When pouring boiling water, do so gently and directly over the batter - resist the urge to stir!
- For extra richness, consider using dark cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Make sure your baking dish is deep enough to accommodate the sauce formation.
- Let the pudding rest after baking to allow the sauce to thicken and develop maximum flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature contrast between the warm cake and sauce.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and gently reheat before serving to restore its magical texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg
