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Chocolate Pudding

Rich, creamy, and indulgent, this homemade chocolate pudding is a smooth, luscious dessert perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving. It’s made from scratch with real cocoa powder and milk, giving it an intense chocolate flavor that’s far better than any store bought mix. Serve it warm for comfort or chilled for a refreshing treat.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Heat-safe spatula or wooden spoon
  • Serving bowls or ramekins

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup 130g granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup 30g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup 30g cornstarch
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 2 3/4 cups 650ml whole milk
  • 2 tbsp 28g unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Mix Dry Ingredients
  • In a medium saucepan (off the heat), whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until evenly combined.
  • Add Milk
  • Gradually whisk in the milk a little at a time to prevent lumps.
  • Cook
  • Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil (about 6–8 minutes). Once boiling, cook for 1–2 minutes more.
  • Add Butter & Vanilla
  • Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla until fully melted and smooth.
  • Serve
  • Pour pudding into individual bowls or one large serving dish. Serve warm or cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming, then refrigerate until chilled.
Servings: 4 servings