Rich Chocolate Pudding Surprise
Dive into indulgence with this silky-smooth Rich Chocolate Pudding Surprise, a decadent dessert guaranteed to delight both kids and adults alike. Crafted with a luscious blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this creamy homemade pudding boasts a deep, velvety chocolate flavor that's perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla. The "surprise" element—a hidden dollop of fluffy whipped cream topped with dark chocolate shavings—adds a playful and luxurious twist to every spoonful. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple stovetop cooking, this recipe is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a sweet treat, this chilled pudding is the ultimate way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Perfect for make-ahead desserts, it's an irresistible crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups whipped cream
- 0.25 cups dark chocolate, finely chopped
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
Gradually pour in the whole milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, whisking constantly, until it starts to thicken and bubble, about 8-10 minutes.
Once the pudding thickens to the consistency of hot fudge, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vanilla extract until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Allow the pudding to cool slightly for about 5 minutes before transferring it to serving dishes.
Divide the pudding evenly among 4 serving cups or bowls, filling each 3/4 of the way full.
For the 'surprise,' spoon a dollop of whipped cream into the center of each pudding and sprinkle a bit of finely chopped dark chocolate over the top.
Use a spoon to lightly cover the whipped cream and dark chocolate surprise with a bit of pudding from the edges, ensuring the ‘surprise’ is hidden.
Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
Serve cold and enjoy revealing the rich chocolatey surprise inside!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.2 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.4 g | 337% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 838 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.0 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 718 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1993 mg | 42% | |
*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.
