Guinness Chocolate Pudding makes the perfect St. Patrick’s Day dessert. I love its rich, velvety texture. I always enjoy this dessert with friends and family.
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Guinness Chocolate Pudding recipe
Guinness Chocolate Puddings are a rich and decadent dessert. They combine dark chocolate with the slight bitterness of Guinness stout. This dessert is popular, especially during St. Patrick’s Day.
The combination of Guinness and chocolate creates a complex and rich taste. Guinness enhances the deep flavors of dark chocolate. The stout adds depth and balances the sweetness.
These puddings have a smooth and creamy texture. Every bite melts smoothly on the tongue. You can serve this creamy delight on special occasions. Here’s how to make the Guinness chocolate pudding.
Guinness Chocolate Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240ml) Guinness stout
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ¼ cups (300ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 4 oz (115g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the Guinness to a simmer and reduce by half (about 5 minutes). Set aside.
- In a separate saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add milk and heavy cream, whisking until smooth.
- Heat over medium, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Reduce heat to low and add the chopped chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the reduced Guinness and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Pour into serving glasses or ramekins and let cool slightly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.
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How to pair
Guinness chocolate pudding pairs well with various accompaniments. Here are some recommended foods to serve alongside or with the pudding:
- Serving Suggestions
- Whipped Cream is a classic topping.
- Coconut Macaroons pair well with pudding.
- Guinness syrup or Irish whiskey enhances whipped cream.
- Salted Caramel Sauce adds contrast to chocolate pudding.
- Fresh Berries provide a tart balance to pudding.
- Chocolate Sauce intensifies the chocolaty flavor.
- Vanilla or coffee ice cream contrasts with pudding.
- Meal Pairings
- Guinness chocolate pudding complements Corned Beef and Cabbage.
- Soda Bread contrasts with pudding.
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Irish Cream Liqueur complements chocolate and stout.
- Guinness Beer enhances the pudding’s flavor.
- Coffee Stout pairs well with chocolate desserts.
- Non-Alcoholic Options
- Coffee enhances chocolate flavors and contrasts with pudding richness.
- Chocolate milk mimics dessert flavors without alcohol.
- Milkshakes pair well with pudding.
Variations
Guinness chocolate pudding can be prepared in various delightful ways. Here are some notable variations:
- Chocolate Guinness Mousse Cups combine Guinness, heavy cream, chocolate, and egg yolks. They are served in mini pint glasses. Stout enhances the mousse’s flavor.
- Chocolate Stout Pudding is similar to traditional chocolate pudding. The pudding has a rich chocolate flavor.
- Guinness complements the flavor. It is topped with whipped cream or Guinness reduction.
- Guinness Chocolate Cheesecake incorporates Guinness into the filling and crust. This creates a rich and unique dessert.
- Chocolate Stout Cake uses Guinness to make a moist, flavorful chocolate cake, perfect for special occasions.
- Guinness Chocolate Pots de Crème are custards flavored with Guinness. It is served in small pots and topped with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
- Guinness Chocolate Torte features Guinness-infused chocolate layers. It’s often paired with raspberry for balance.
- Guinness Chocolate Syrup Whipped Cream incorporates Guinness syrup reduction. It adds a unique, frothy stout-like flavor.
I made this for my husband’s birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best pudding ever
I’m not a big fan of beer, but I love this pudding.