Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of homemade Chocolate Pudding. This easy stovetop dessert is a chocolate lover’s dream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Pudding:
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 oz semisweet or bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding Mixture: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook the Mixture: Place over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and starts to bubble, about 5–8 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Finish the Pudding: Remove from heat, stir in chopped chocolate and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour into serving cups, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
Notes
- For extra richness, you can substitute ½ cup of milk with heavy cream.
- Top with whipped cream or chocolate shavings for added decadence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
