Description
Chocolate Pudding is a rich, smooth, and creamy dessert made from cocoa, milk, and sugar—easy to prepare and perfect served chilled or warm.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 3/4 cups milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- Continue cooking for 1–2 more minutes for full thickening.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
- Pour pudding into serving dishes.
- Serve warm or chill for at least 1 hour for a firmer texture.
Notes
- Top with whipped cream or chocolate shavings for extra richness.
- Use dairy-free milk for a vegan version—adjust thickening time as needed.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to deepen chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American