Let’s bake this incredible Skillet Fudgy Brownie Pudding!

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Butter an 8-inch round cake pan or a medium heatproof skillet (cast iron is ideal). First thing to do.

Place the buttered pan or skillet inside a larger pan, such as a 13 1/2-by-10-inch roasting pan. This will create a water bath for baking the pudding.

Step 2: Melt Butter and Sugar

In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, cook the butter and granulated sugar, stirring frequently, until the butter is completely melted and the sugar is dissolved. This should take about 7 to 9 minutes. Be patient.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped bittersweet chocolate. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt completely.

Whisk in the eggs and 2 tablespoons of the Baileys Irish cream until well combined.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients

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

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, then stir until the mixture resembles a wet brownie batter. It should be thick and glossy. Don’t overmix.

Step 5: Bake in a Water Bath

Pour the batter into the prepared pan or skillet.

Pour hot water into the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the smaller pan. This creates a water bath, which helps the pudding bake evenly and prevents it from cracking.

Bake the brownie pudding until a flaky crust forms on top, resembling the top of a traditional brownie, and the center is slightly underdone and almost jiggly. This should take about 30 to 40 minutes.

Step 6: Cool Slightly

Let the brownie pudding cool slightly in the pan before serving. It will continue to set as it cools.

Step 7: Make the Baileys Whipped Cream

Meanwhile, make the Baileys whipped cream. In a medium bowl, using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the heavy cream and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Baileys Irish cream until medium peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.

Step 8: Serve

Top the warm brownie pudding with a generous dollop of the Baileys whipped cream. Serve immediately and enjoy!