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Classic Chocolate Pudding
Molly

Classic Chocolate Pudding

A silky, rich chocolate dessert made with pantry staples, offering intense cocoa flavor and smooth texture without eggs or baking. Perfect served chilled or warm.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Recipes
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt
  2. Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl, let cool slightly, then mix into dry ingredients with vanilla
  3. Gradually stir in milk until fully incorporated
  4. Transfer mixture to a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (2-3 minutes)
  5. Pour into serving dishes and refrigerate 2 hours before serving for best texture

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 240mgFiber: 2gSugar: 38g

Notes

Use half-and-half instead of milk for richer consistency
Cornstarch prevents graininess and ensures smooth texture
Adjust sugar to taste; whisk thoroughly to avoid clumps

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