Stove Top Chocolate Pudding
Rich, creamy, and irresistibly indulgent, Stove Top Chocolate Pudding is a classic dessert that comes together with just a few pantry staples. This homemade chocolate pudding recipe delivers a velvety texture and deep cocoa flavor, all achieved in under 20 minutes with no need for oven baking. Made with a simple blend of granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and cornstarch, this treat is thickened to perfection on the stovetop and elevated with the addition of real vanilla extract and a touch of butter for lusciousness. Serve it chilled in individual dishes for an elegant finish or as a comforting family-style dessert. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this pudding is a quick and nostalgic way to satisfy your sweet cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2.5 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until evenly combined.
Slowly stir in 1/2 cup of the milk to create a smooth paste, ensuring there are no lumps.
Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of milk, whisking constantly to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the pudding starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly, until the pudding reaches the desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until fully melted and incorporated.
Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
Cool the pudding slightly at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set before serving.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.9 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.1 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 828 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.6 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.1 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 829 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1836 mg | 39% | |
*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.
