Description
A rich and creamy chocolate pudding that evokes fond memories and warm feelings with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- A pinch of salt
- 2 3/4 cups whole milk (or milk alternative)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add milk to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, whisking continuously until the mixture begins to bubble (about 5 to 7 minutes).
- Reduce heat and cook for another 2 minutes to fully activate the cornstarch.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract, allowing the butter to melt.
- Pour pudding into serving dishes, covering with plastic wrap to prevent skin from forming.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk with coconut or almond milk. For added sweetness, substitute some sugar with maple syrup or honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate pudding, dessert, homemade, comfort food, easy recipe