Mexican Chocolate Pudding
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Mexican Chocolate Pudding, a decadent dessert that combines traditional elegance with vibrant, spicy flair. This creamy pudding is infused with bold Mexican flavors, featuring deep cocoa enhanced by warm cinnamon and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick. Made with whole milk, heavy cream, and melted semisweet chocolate, its luscious texture will melt in your mouth, while the gentle heat leaves a delightful lingering warmth. Perfectly sweetened and finished with a touch of vanilla, this pudding is a sophisticated twist on classic chocolate treats. Serve it chilled, garnished with whipped cream, shaved chocolate, or a cinnamon stick for a show-stopping presentation. Ideal for dinner parties or a cozy indulgence, this dessert is as impressive as it is easy to make, ready in just 25 minutes of hands-on effort. Bring the essence of Mexican cuisine to your table with this must-try chocolate masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream, for garnish (optional)
- 1 piece shaved chocolate or cinnamon sticks, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream while whisking to combine the dry ingredients smoothly into the liquid.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, whisking constantly, until it begins to thicken and comes to a gentle simmer. This will take about 8-10 minutes.
Once the mixture is thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and add the chopped semisweet chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or ramekins. Let the pudding cool slightly at room temperature, then cover each dish with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
Refrigerate the pudding for at least 2 hours or until well chilled and set.
Serve the pudding cold, topped with whipped cream, shaved chocolate, or a cinnamon stick for garnish, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.2 g | 281% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.7 g | 694% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 950 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.8 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.0 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 926 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2268 mg | 48% | |
*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.
