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Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Chocolate Pudding Recipe

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A rich, velvety stovetop chocolate pudding made from scratch with simple pantry staples for a gourmet, nostalgic treat.

Ingredients

  • Whole Milk: 3 cups
  • Granulated Sugar: 3/4 cup
  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: 1/2 cup
  • Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
  • Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
  • Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons
  • Unsalted Butter: 2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk, starting with a small amount to form a smooth paste before adding the rest.
  3. Place over medium heat and whisk constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
  4. Continue whisking for 1 to 2 minutes as the mixture thickens.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until fully melted and glossy.
  6. Pour into individual serving dishes.
  7. Serve warm, or press plastic wrap onto the surface and chill for at least 2 hours.

Notes

  • Note: Whisking constantly is essential to prevent lumps and scorching on the bottom of the pan.
  • For a deeper flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
  • To avoid a skin forming on top, ensure the plastic wrap touches the surface of the pudding while cooling.