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Ultimate Creamy Stovetop Chocolate Pudding From Scratch

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Make the best homemade chocolate pudding! This recipe delivers a rich, velvety, and silky smooth dessert that beats any boxed mix. It is quick to make on the stovetop and perfect for a comforting weeknight treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch process recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons 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 until combined.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the mixture thickens significantly and begins to bubble. This usually takes about 8 to 10 minutes. Do not stop stirring.
  4. Once bubbling, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 1 more minute.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks lightly.
  6. Temper the egg yolks by slowly pouring about 1/2 cup of the hot pudding mixture into the yolks while whisking the yolks continuously.
  7. Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining pudding. Return the pan to low heat.
  8. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes until the pudding is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Do not let it boil after adding the yolks.
  9. Remove from heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
  10. Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls or a large bowl. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
  11. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until completely cold and set.

Notes

  • For an extra decadent flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the sugar with 2 ounces of finely chopped bittersweet chocolate, added with the butter at the end.
  • If you are looking for alternatives to making everything from scratch, consider looking into options like meal planning to save time during the week.
  • If you find lumps forming, you can strain the pudding through a fine-mesh sieve before chilling.
  • This recipe is much better than relying on meal delivery companies for dessert!

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