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Baileys Irish Cream Chocolate Pudding

Baileys Irish Cream Chocolate Pudding is thick, creamy, and utterly decadent! The perfect make-ahead dessert to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! To serve, spoon into small serving dishes and top the individual servings with shaved chocolate!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 and 1/2 cups (20 ounces) milk, divided
  • 1/2 cup (4 ounces) Baileys Irish Cream
  • 1/2 cup (3.5 ounces) granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt (tiny pinch)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. In a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan, combine 2 and 1/4 cups the milk (18 ounces), Baileys Irish Cream, sugar, chocolate, salt, cinnamon, and espresso powder. 
  2. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate is completely melted. About 6 to 8 minutes. 
  3. In a small bowl, combine remaining milk (2 ounces) and cornstarch; whisk smooth. Slowly add the cornstarch/milk mixture into the saucepan.
  4. Increase the heat to medium, and - whisking constantly - bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat. and continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes, or until thickened.
  5. Remove from the heat, and stir in vanilla.
  6. Pour the pudding into a large bowl or individual cups, then press plastic wrap directly onto the surface.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 3 days.