Description
A creamy, rich, and velvety homemade chocolate pudding that melts in your mouth. Made with simple ingredients, this comforting dessert is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/3 cup
- Cornstarch: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Whole milk: 2 3/4 cups
- Egg yolks: 2 large
- Unsalted butter: 2 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set up your saucepan on medium heat and have your whisk ready.
- Combine Ingredients: In the saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly add milk while whisking to create a smooth mixture.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Keep the mixture on medium heat and continue whisking until it begins to thicken, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Assemble the Dish: Once thickened, remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks, then temper them by slowly adding a bit of the hot mixture before returning it all to the pan.
- Cook to Perfection: Return to low heat and cook for 2 more minutes until fully thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
- Finishing Touches: Pour pudding into serving dishes. Press plastic wrap directly on top to prevent skin from forming.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill for at least 2 hours or serve warm with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Notes
- Whisk constantly while cooking to prevent lumps.
- Use high-quality cocoa for deeper flavor.
- Press plastic wrap on the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to intensify the chocolate taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg