Microwave Chocolate Pudding Cake

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups water
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.25 cups salted butter , cubed

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   For topping, combine hot water, brown sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until bubbly, 4 minutes.

3. 3

   For cake, whisk together flour, white sugar, 1/3 cup cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and instant espresso powder in a 2-quart round casserole dish. Add milk and vanilla; whisk until smooth.

4. 4

   Pour topping over the cake batter, they will flow together.

5. 5

   Microwave on high until the cake is on top of the sauce, 8 to 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve warm topped with vanilla ice cream.