Creating Chocolate Pudding Cake is simple if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking dish.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until just combined.
4. Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that’s normal.
5. Pour into Dish: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, ensuring it is spread evenly.
6. Prepare Pudding Mixture: In a separate bowl, prepare the chocolate pudding mix according to package instructions.
7. Layer Pudding: Once the pudding is ready, gently spoon it over the cake batter in the baking dish. Do not mix; the pudding will sink during baking.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the dish for about 10-15 minutes.
10. Serve: Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating an incredible Chocolate Pudding Cake that is sure to impress!