Homemade Chocolate Pudding
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5
Homemade Chocolate Pudding
Description
The recipe starts by whisking together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan, then mixing in part of the milk to create a smooth base. The mixture is heated over medium-low heat until it begins to thicken and steam. Gradually adding the rest of the milk and bringing it to a boil ensures full cooking of the starches for proper setting.
Once the pudding is thick and creamy, butter and vanilla extract are stirred in to enrich the texture and deepen flavor. Cooling it to remove steam prevents skin formation, and covering the surface with plastic wrap helps maintain smoothness during chilling. The pudding sets in the fridge for at least two hours, developing a firm but soft consistency.
This pudding serves as a classic chocolate dessert suitable on its own or as a component in layered desserts. The preparation yields slightly over half a cup per serving, making it convenient for portion control. Garnishes can be added at serving to complement the chocolate base.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder , can be natural or Dutch processed
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 5 cups milk whole
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch and salt.
- Add two cups of milk, and whisk until combined.
- Turn the heat to medium-low and whisk until the mixture begins to thicken and steam.
- Slowly add the remaining milk, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a boil.
- Allow the mixture to boil for one minute or until it is very thick. Then remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour into desired bowls or serving dishes. Allow to cool until no longer steaming.
- Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it down to the top to avoid a skin from forming. Chill for a minimum of 2 hours, but up to 2 days.
- Garnish and serve.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!
Notes
- Each serving is just over 1/2 cup, suitable for modest dessert portions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 260kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 141mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
| Vitamin A | 378IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 180mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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