This is the chocolate self saucing pudding recipe my mum taught me! This classic dessert has a soft cakey pudding surrounded with a thick and rich, gooey sauce and is ready to eat in just 45 minutes. This version is made dairy free and is perfect for cosy winter evenings.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg and vanilla until just frothy. Add in the sugar and continue to whisk. Finally add in the dairy-free milk and continue to whisk until combined.
Sift the cocoa powder, plain flour and baking powder directly into the bowl and whisk until the batter is thick.
Pour the batter into an oven proof casserole dish. Mix the extra sugar and cocoa powder together and sprinkle over the top of the batter. Pour the hot water over the top by pouring it over the back of a metal spoon and place the pudding in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the cake top is lightly spongy.
Serve the pudding while still warm with vanilla ice cream and fresh strawberries.