Description
This Vanilla Pudding Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the richness of a cake with a luscious pudding layer. It’s a comforting and easy-to-make treat that is best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to form a smooth batter.
- Prepare Pudding Layer: Pour batter into baking dish. Sprinkle dry pudding mix on top, then pour hot water over it without stirring.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden with a pudding layer underneath.
- Serve: Cool slightly before serving with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for a warm spice variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
