Dutch Oven Hot Fudge Pudding

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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Rich, gooey chocolate dessert with a warm fudge sauce, perfect for camping or cozy evenings
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Dutch Oven Hot Fudge Pudding

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 824.5

Description

This classic Dutch oven dessert offers a comforting blend of soft cake and warm, gooey fudge sauce. The rich cocoa flavor is balanced by sweet brown sugar and a hint of vanilla, creating an indulgent treat that feels like homemade magic. Perfect for camping trips or family gatherings, this recipe comes together easily with pantry staples. The unique cooking method allows the fudge to bubble up from the bottom while the cake rises on top, delivering a warm, saucy experience with every spoonful. Serve it hot with ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate sweet finish.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat charcoal or coals for your Dutch oven, arranging approximately 12 coals on the bottom and 20 on the lid.
  2. In a large bowl or bag, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, cocoa, and dry milk powder.
  3. Cut in the margarine or shortening using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
  4. Add chopped nuts to the dry mixture if desired, then mix gently to distribute evenly.
  5. Transfer the dry cake mixture into a Ziploc bag, squeezing out excess air, and seal it.
  6. In a separate bag, combine the brown sugar and additional cocoa for the fudge topping, seal, and set aside.
  7. At the campsite, add 1 cup of cold water to the cake mixture bag and shake vigorously until a thick batter forms.
  8. Pour the cake batter into the preheated Dutch oven, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  9. Shake the fudge topping ingredients directly over the top of the cake batter.
  10. Carefully pour 3 1/2 cups of hot water over the fudge topping, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
  11. Place the lid on the Dutch oven and bake for 45 minutes, rotating the lid occasionally for even heating.
  12. Monitor the heat by adjusting coals to prevent burning the bottom while ensuring the top cooks through.
  13. Allow the pudding to cool for a few minutes before serving; the fudge will settle at the bottom as the cake rises.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 824.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.9g23%
Saturated Fat 5.3g27%
Cholesterol 0.4mg1%
Sodium 3307.0mg138%
Total Carbohydrate 166.7g56%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g43%
Sugars 61.8g
Protein 17.2g35%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, camping, dutch oven, fudge, pudding, dessert, cocoa, cake, brown sugar, outdoor cooking, warm dessert, easy recipe
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