Brownie Pudding

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup cocoa powder
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 5 eggs (large)
• 1.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 sticks salted butter (melted)
• ice cream (for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt until well combined.

3. 3

   In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the 5 eggs and 1 3/4 cups of sugar.

4. 4

   Beat the egg and sugar mixture for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes thick, pale, and light yellow. Do not skimp on this time, as it is essential for the final texture.

5. 5

   Add the vanilla extract to the egg mixture, then gently mix in the dry ingredients on low speed until just combined.

6. 6

   Carefully stir in the melted salted butter until just combined.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared 2-quart baking dish.

8. 8

   Place the baking dish inside a larger roasting pan. Pour hot water into the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the brownie dish to create a water bath (bain-marie).

9. 9

   Bake for 60 minutes. The top should be set and crackly, but the center will remain gooey and have a slight jiggle.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 to 20 minutes.

11. 11

    Serve warm, topped with a scoop of ice cream.

Notes

The water bath is critical for creating the pudding layer; without it, the dish will bake into standard brownies. Ensure you beat the eggs and sugar for the full 5-7 minutes to achieve the correct aeration and texture.

Nutrition per serving

• dessert
• brownies
• chocolate
• baked
• comfort food
• vegetarian