Brownie Pudding

This brownie pudding recipe is the ultimate treat for those who love their desserts fudgy, rich and packed with a pudding base. With its soft cake-like texture, it’s a dessert and a pudding all in one!

If you desire a rich brownie flavor but find yourself without a box mix at home, don’t worry! This chocolate recipe is made with simple home ingredients, so you can enjoy that perfect brownie pudding without a trip to the store.

Love all things brownies? Then try this recipe for blonde brownies, which offers a twist on the classic brownie. Or, for another rich chocolate treat, you’ll love this homemade chocolate cake. And if you love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter with a rich flavor, try my recipe for chewy chocolate peanut butter bars.

Why I Love This Recipe

• Family Favorite: This brownie pudding is a hit with both kids and adults, making it a go-to dessert for family gatherings.
• Easy to Make: It’s the sort of brownie recipe you’ll love making with the kids! It’s easy and straightforward. Plus, kids always feel proud of how tasty the brownies turn out!
• Incredible Texture: The soft cake-like brownie with a shell crust and pudding base is truly to die for! It’s irresistibly delicious!
• Comfort Food: There’s something so comforting about a warm, fudgy dessert, and this brownie pudding delivers just that.

Key Ingredients

• All-purpose flour: This is the base of our recipe, providing structure to our brownie pudding.
• Baking powder: It helps the pudding rise and become light and fluffy.
• Granulated sugar: This sweetens our pudding and adds a nice caramelization to the crust.
• Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the chocolate flavors in the pudding and balances the sweetness.
• Cocoa powder: This is what gives our pudding its rich, chocolatey flavor.
• Milk: It adds moisture to the pudding, making it soft and creamy.
• Butter: This is what gives our pudding its rich, buttery flavor and moist texture.
• Vanilla extract: It enhances the chocolate flavor and adds a subtle, sweet aroma.
• Nuts (Optional): If you choose to add them, they’ll add a nice crunch and a nutty flavor to our pudding.
• Brown sugar: It adds a deep, caramel flavor to the pudding and helps to give it a fudgy texture.
• Hot water: It dissolves the cocoa, sugar, and flour mixture, forming a delicious chocolate sauce at the bottom of the pudding.

Equipment

• 8×8 Square baking pan – This is the key piece of equipment. It’s where we’ll be baking our brownie pudding, so make sure to have one on hand.
• Sifter – You’ll need this to sift together the dry ingredients, to make sure that they’re well combined and free of lumps.

How to Make Brownie Pudding

Preparation

To start, preheat your oven to 350˚ F and grease your 8×8 square baking pan. This will make sure your brownie pudding doesn’t stick to the pan and bakes evenly.

Step 1 – Mix the Pudding Base

Begin by sifting together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa to the mix. Then, pour in the milk, vanilla, and melted butter. Stir everything together until it’s smooth. 

Step 2 – Add Nuts and Pour

If you like, you can add some chopped nuts for extra flavor. Once your base is ready, pour it into the greased baking pan.

Step 3 – Add the Sweet Touch

Next, mix the brown sugar and some more cocoa powder. Sprinkle this sweet mixture over the top of your pudding base in the baking pan.

Step 4 – Pour Hot Water

Now, here comes the magic. Pour the hot water over the entire batter in the baking pan. This will give your brownie pudding its unique texture and flavor.

Step 5 – Bake

Carefully pop your baking pan in the oven and bake for 40-50 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the top is set.

Step 6 – Cool and Serve

Let your brownie pudding cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This will allow the pudding to firm up a bit, making it easier to cut and serve. Enjoy your delicious, homemade brownie pudding!

Expert Tip

For the best results, serve your chocolate brownie pudding warm. That’s when you’ll get the best soft cake-like texture which contrasts beautifully with the shell crust and pudding base.

Recipe Variations

• Triple Chocolate: If you’re a chocolate lover, add a 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter before baking. This will add a rich, melty surprise to every bite.
• Different Nuts: You can also try adding different types of nuts to change the flavor and customize it to your personal preferences.
• Omit Nuts: Don’t like nuts? No problem! Simply omit them from the recipe. Your brownie pudding will still turn out incredibly tasty.

What to Serve With

• For a classic dessert, top your brownie pudding with a dollop of whipped cream. The lightness of the cream compliments the rich, chocolatey pudding perfectly, making it a treat for the whole family.
• If you’re a fan of contrasts, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The cold, creamy ice cream is a great match for the warm, gooey pudding.
• For a special treat, drizzle some caramel sauce over your brownie pudding. The sweet, buttery caramel adds a delicious twist to this classic dessert.
• If you’re hosting a brunch, serve these brownie puddings with a side of fresh berries. The tartness of the berries helps cut through the richness of the pudding, making for a well-balanced dish.

Recipe FAQs

Storing and Reheating

• Storing: After enjoying the delicious brownie pudding, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: This dessert is best enjoyed fresh but if you want to store it for longer, you can freeze it. Once the pudding has cooled, cut it into individual portions and wrap each one in plastic wrap. Then, place the wrapped portions in a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.
• Reheating Instructions: When you’re ready to enjoy brownie pudding, simply allow it to thaw at room temperature. Once it has completely thawed, reheat it in the microwave before serving.

Serving Size

• What to Expect: This brownie pudding dessert recipe yields a delicious dessert for nine people.
• How to Scale: If you’re planning to serve more than eight people, you can double the recipe and bake it in a larger baking pan. Follow the rest of the instructions as directed, but keep an eye on the cooking time as it may vary with the larger quantity.