Description
Rich chocolate pudding sweeps you into a world of silky indulgence, promising pure dessert bliss. Smooth chocolate layers melt effortlessly, inviting comfort with each spoonful you savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup (85 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Thickening Agents:
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers and Toppings:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients in a medium saucepan, thoroughly whisking sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until perfectly blended and free of lumps.
- Gradually pour milk into the dry mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth, uniform base that prevents any potential clumping.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching and ensure even heat distribution across the bottom of the pan.
- Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, which signals the cornstarch is activating and creating the pudding’s signature creamy texture.
- Remove from heat and swiftly incorporate beaten egg yolks, quickly stirring to prevent the eggs from scrambling and maintaining a silky consistency.
- Return the pan to medium heat, stirring vigilantly for an additional minute to fully cook the egg yolks and develop a rich, deep chocolate flavor.
- Take the pan off the heat and fold in butter and vanilla extract, stirring until the butter melts completely and blends seamlessly into the pudding.
- Transfer the hot pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl, pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the pudding to chill and set into a decadent, spoonable dessert with intense chocolate notes.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a light dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Ensure precise measurement of dry ingredients to prevent lumpy texture in your pudding.
- Opt for high-quality cocoa powder to enhance the rich chocolate flavor and create a more decadent dessert.
- Consider using dark cocoa powder for an intense, deeper chocolate experience that elevates the classic pudding.
- Experiment with alternative milk options like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version that maintains creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg