Food
Hot Fudge Sundae Cake
By Ryan Hurd · Published Sep 11, 2026
Servings
Serves 8
Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Difficulty
Easy
A delicious dessert that combines cake with a fudgy topping and ice cream, this Hot Fudge Sundae Cake is a decadent treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth. The cake itself is moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor that complements the creamy ice cream perfectly. The fudgy topping is made from a thick, smooth chocolate sauce that's been swirled over the top, creating a glossy, indulgent layer that's almost too good to resist. The ice cream is a classic vanilla bean, which adds a subtle sweetness that balances out the richness of the cake and fudge. The combination of textures and flavors is simply irresistible, making this Hot Fudge Sundae Cake a must-try for anyone who loves a good dessert.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup flour
- • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- • 2 Tbsp cocoa
- • 2 tsp baking powder
- • 1/4 tsp salt
- • 1/2 cup milk
- • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- • 1 tsp vanilla
- • 1 cup packed brown sugar
- • 1/4 cup cocoa
- • 1 3/4 cups hottest tap water
- • Favorite ice cream
Steps
- 1.Preheat oven to 350°.
- 2.In an ungreased 8x8 pan, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
- 3.Stir in milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- 4.Spread the mixture evenly in the pan.
- 5.Sprinkle with brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa.
- 6.Pour hot water over the batter.
- 7.Bake for 40 minutes.
- 8.Let the cake stand for 15 minutes.
- 9.Spoon into a serving bowl or cut into squares.
- 10.Invert each square onto a dessert plate.
- 11.Top with ice cream and spoon sauce over each serving.
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