Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Indulge in the creamiest, richest homemade chocolate pudding without the boxed mix! This recipe is easily doubled for a crowd and uses low-fat milk and half-and-half for a healthier twist (or experiment with your favorite milk alternative!). The cornstarch ensures a perfectly set, silky texture that will leave you wanting more. Get ready for a decadent dessert that's surprisingly simple to make!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 461 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding

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How to Make Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Slowly whisk in 1 1/2 cups milk (whole milk, low-fat milk, or milk alternative) until completely smooth.
  2. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring gently and continuously, scraping the bottom and sides of the pan to prevent sticking, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the pudding into individual serving glasses, ramekins, or a larger bowl.
  6. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably longer, to allow the pudding to fully set and chill.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

151g

Fat

82g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding?

Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding?

Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding has approximately 461 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 40 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding?

The key ingredients for Homemade Silky Chocolate Pudding are Granulated Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Cornstarch, Salt, Milk, Heavy Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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