Description
This Vanilla Pudding Cake is a delightful dessert featuring a golden, cake-like top with a rich, creamy pudding center. It combines simple ingredients like milk, sugar, eggs, and vanilla to create a comforting treat that is easy to prepare and perfect for serving warm.
Ingredients
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Vanilla Pudding Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the milk, sugar, melted butter, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir together until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are well blended.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the beaten eggs into the mixture, making sure they are fully mixed in for a consistent batter.
- Add Boiling Water: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Carefully pour the boiling water over the batter without stirring, which allows the pudding to form naturally during baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the top layer comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes. This resting time lets the creamy pudding center set before serving. Serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
- Be careful when pouring boiling water over the batter; do not stir afterwards to let the pudding form properly.
- Use a 9-inch baking dish for even cooking.
- This dessert is best enjoyed warm to appreciate the contrast between the cake top and pudding bottom.
- You can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top before baking for added flavor.
- For a richer pudding, substitute whole milk with half-and-half or cream.
