Dark Chocolate Pudding… a rich, smooth, and creamy dessert with a deep chocolate flavor and a hint of vanilla. It’s a fantastic choice for those who love simple yet delicious treats, and it can be easily prepared at home with common ingredients.
Ingredients
- Milk: 2 cups (whole)
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Cocoa Powder: 1/4 cup (unsweetened)
- Cornstarch: 4 teaspoons
- Egg Yolks: 2 large
- Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chocolate: 1/2 cup (dark, chopped)
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk everything together until well combined.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Continue whisking constantly until the mixture begins to boil and thicken.
- Stir in the chopped dark chocolate and butter. Mix until both are completely melted and the pudding has a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Continue to cook, stirring, for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pudding is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Divide the chocolate pudding among 6 small serving cups or ramekins.
- Cover the surface of each cup directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Serve the chocolate pudding chilled. Garnish with whipped cream or shaved chocolate, if desired.
