Chocolate Pudding
This rich, silky-smooth chocolate pudding is easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and delivers a perfectly creamy texture every time.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSugar: 25g
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Whipped cream or shaved chocolate for topping Optional:
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to prevent lumps.
- Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble (about 8–10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour into serving dishes. Cover with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1–2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk and vegan butter.
- To make it extra chocolatey, stir in 2 oz (56 g) of chopped dark chocolate after removing from heat.
- Best served chilled with whipped cream or fresh berries.
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