Chocolate Cornstarch Pudding
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Chocolate Cornstarch Pudding
Description
This recipe for Chocolate Cornstarch Pudding uses common pantry ingredients, combining sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt as the dry base. Milk is whisked in, and the mixture is gently heated while stirring constantly to prevent lumps and develop a smooth consistency. Once brought to a boil and cooked for a brief time, it thickens due to the cornstarch's gelatinization. After removal from heat, butter and vanilla are added to deepen flavor and achieve a glossy finish.
The finished pudding offers a rich chocolate taste with a silky, creamy texture. It chills into a firm but tender dessert that can be portioned easily for individual servings. The butter adds subtle richness, while the cocoa delivers the primary chocolate flavor without being too bitter.
This dessert works well as a simple pudding served on its own or as a base to accompany whipped cream, berries, or other garnishes depending on preference. Its straightforward preparation and familiar ingredients make it a reliable option for a chocolate dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Whisk together sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt in a medium pan.
- Whisk in milk and bring to a boil over medium heat stirring constantly. Allow to cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
- Transfer to serving dishes and chill.
Notes
- This chocolate pudding is a straightforward recipe that becomes a reliable family favorite dessert.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 302 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 302kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 299mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 323mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 41g | 82% |
| Vitamin A | 380IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 193mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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