Description
This rich and creamy chocolate pudding dessert is a delightful treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Whipped cream for serving
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until fully melted and combined.
- Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl.
- Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve with whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 43
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: Chocolate Pudding Dessert, easy chocolate pudding, creamy chocolate dessert, homemade pudding