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Chocolate Pudding

Decadent Chocolate Pudding Made Easy at Home

This traditional chocolate pudding offers an unforgettable flavor and is made with simple ingredients, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Consider substituting with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed cocoa offers a deeper and more intense taste.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Can be swapped with arrowroot powder for a gluten-free choice.
  • 1 pinch Salt Feel free to reduce or omit for dietary needs.
  • 2 3/4 cups Milk Almond or oat milk is a great alternative for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use vegan butter for a non-dairy option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for an exciting twist.
Optional Toppings
  • Whipped Cream Homemade is ideal for a personal touch.
  • Chocolate Shavings Elevates the presentation and adds extra chocolatey goodness.
  • Fresh Berries Strawberries or raspberries work beautifully atop the pudding.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together ¾ cup of sugar, ¼ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ cup of cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Slowly pour in 2 ¾ cups of milk while whisking continuously over medium heat.
  3. Continue heating the mixture, stirring frequently, until it comes to a full boil.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Transfer the warm pudding into individual ramekins or a large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  6. Serve and top with a dollop of whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This pudding is free from artificial flavors and can be customized with various toppings to enhance flavors.

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