Description
A rich and velvety chocolate pudding that evokes warmth and nostalgia, perfect for all ages and occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk (whole or a mix of cream and whole)
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until fully combined.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add the dry mixture and gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Heat the mixture until it begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes, until it coats the back of a spoon.
- Beat the egg yolks in a bowl. Once thickened, temper the eggs by whisking in a small amount of the hot mixture, then gradually add this back into the saucepan.
- Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the pudding into serving dishes or a large bowl, covering with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface to avoid a skin forming.
- Chill for at least two hours before serving, topped with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of espresso during cooking. Adjust cornstarch for a thicker consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chocolate pudding, dessert, comfort food, family recipe, nostalgic dessert