Description
A quick and decadent dessert combining rich chocolate with the zesty brightness of orange. This microwave pudding is soft, gooey, and topped with a self-saucing layer that forms as it cooks. Perfect for when you need something sweet in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Pudding Batter:
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1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
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½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
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¼ cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
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1 large egg, room temperature
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¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Zest of 1 orange
For the Sauce Topping:
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½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar
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2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
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Juice of 1 orange
Instructions
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, oil, vanilla, and orange zest. Add to dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
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Prepare Batter: Pour mixture into a 1 ½-quart (1.5 L) microwave-safe dish, spreading evenly.
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Add Sauce Layer: Mix brown sugar and cocoa powder, sprinkle evenly over batter. Carefully pour boiling water and orange juice over the top. Do not stir.
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Microwave: Cook on high for 8–10 minutes, until pudding is set on top but sauce is bubbling underneath. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Cooking time varies by microwave wattage; check at 8 minutes.
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The pudding thickens as it cools, so serve while warm for maximum gooeyness.
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Freshly zested orange adds the best flavor.
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For single portions, divide batter and topping into ramekins and microwave 2–3 minutes each.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: British-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: chocolate orange microwave pudding, quick chocolate pudding, easy microwave dessert