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Delicious Brown Sugar Baileys Chocolate Pudding Cake

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A rich and indulgent chocolate pudding cake infused with Baileys Irish Cream and brown sugar, creating a comforting and boozy dessert perfect for cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (whole or 2%, or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) boiling water
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Baileys Irish Cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish using a spatula.
  6. In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and cocoa powder. Pour boiling water over the mixture and stir until smooth.
  7. Stir in Baileys Irish Cream into the pudding sauce mixture.
  8. Carefully pour the pudding sauce over the cake batter without stirring.
  9. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is set and slightly cracked, and pudding is bubbling around the edges. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean with a little moistness.
  10. Cool the cake for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the pudding layer to set.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender. Use fresh cocoa powder for best flavor. Pour pudding sauce slowly and do not stir to create the pudding layer. Let the cake cool before serving for best texture. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and adjust texture. For dairy-free, use almond or oat milk and dairy-free Baileys alternative.

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