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Creamy, Velvety Homemade Chocolate Pudding from Scratch

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Make rich, silky smooth chocolate pudding on the stovetop using simple ingredients. This recipe avoids box mixes for a truly decadent comfort dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the mixture thickens significantly and begins to bubble. This takes about 5 to 8 minutes.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. In a small bowl, lightly whisk the egg yolks.
  5. Temper the egg yolks by slowly pouring about 1/2 cup of the hot pudding mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly.
  6. Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining pudding. Return the pan to low heat. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Do not boil.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
  8. Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls or a single large dish. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
  9. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until completely cold and set.

Notes

  • For an extra rich flavor, use high-quality dark cocoa powder.
  • If you prefer a thinner pudding, reduce the cornstarch to 3 tablespoons.
  • You can substitute whole milk with 2% milk, but the final texture will be slightly less creamy.

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