Spectacular Chocolate Pudding!! by
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No need to buy store brand!
Ingredients
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• Pinch of salt
• 2 3/4 cups whole milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions:
Instructions
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium saucepan (off heat), whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until fully blended.
2. Add the Milk Gradually:
Slowly whisk in the 2% milk a little at a time, ensuring there are no lumps. This creates a smooth base for the pudding.
3. Cook the Mixture:
Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Stir constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon as the mixture heats up. Cook until it thickens and begins to bubble, about 6-8 minutes.
4. Reduce Heat and Stir Constantly:
Once bubbling, reduce the heat to low and continue to stir for 1-2 minutes to cook out any starchy taste.
5. Finish with Vanilla and Butter:
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter.
The butter will add a silky texture and enhance the flavor.
6. Optional Chocolate Addition:
If using, stir in the chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate while the pudding is still hot. Mix until fully melted and incorporated.
7. Cool or Serve Warm:
Pour the pudding into serving dishes.
To prevent a skin from forming, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill, or enjoy warm if preferred.
In a medium saucepan (off heat), whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until fully blended.
2. Add the Milk Gradually:
Slowly whisk in the 2% milk a little at a time, ensuring there are no lumps. This creates a smooth base for the pudding.
3. Cook the Mixture:
Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Stir constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon as the mixture heats up. Cook until it thickens and begins to bubble, about 6-8 minutes.
4. Reduce Heat and Stir Constantly:
Once bubbling, reduce the heat to low and continue to stir for 1-2 minutes to cook out any starchy taste.
5. Finish with Vanilla and Butter:
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter.
The butter will add a silky texture and enhance the flavor.
6. Optional Chocolate Addition:
If using, stir in the chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate while the pudding is still hot. Mix until fully melted and incorporated.
7. Cool or Serve Warm:
Pour the pudding into serving dishes.
To prevent a skin from forming, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill, or enjoy warm if preferred.
Servings: 4