Creamy Chocolate Pudding Ii
Indulge in the velvety richness of Creamy Chocolate Pudding II, a decadent dessert that's as luxurious as it is easy to make. Crafted with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and whole milk, this homemade treat elevates classic chocolate pudding to new heights. The addition of egg yolks lends a luscious custard-like texture, while a touch of pure vanilla extract and unsalted butter enhance the pudding’s depth of flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for chilling ahead of time, this recipe is ideal for dinner parties, family gatherings, or a weeknight indulgence. Serve chilled and garnished with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries for a show-stopping dessert that's irresistible to chocolate lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well mixed.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to combine and dissolve the dry ingredients.
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Slowly add about 1/4 cup of the milk mixture to the beaten yolks while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Once tempered, pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan and whisk to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring continuously with a whisk to prevent lumps, until it begins to thicken and comes to a gentle boil, about 7-8 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the pudding reaches a smooth, thick consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, pure vanilla extract, and unsalted butter. Whisk until everything is melted and thoroughly incorporated.
Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a single bowl. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
Allow the pudding to cool at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
Serve cold and enjoy as-is or topped with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.9 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.3 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 459 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 796 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.8 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 662 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 939 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
