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Microwave Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Indulge in this luxuriously rich and creamy chocolate pudding, ready in just 10 minutes! This easy microwave recipe uses cornstarch for a perfectly smooth texture, eliminating the need for stovetop stirring. Customize it to your liking – adjust the cocoa for your preferred intensity, and add baking chocolate for an extra decadent touch. Our recipe uses 1/3 cup cocoa for a bold chocolate flavor, but you can easily adjust this to your taste. The use of a large microwave-safe bowl (2-quart capacity recommended) prevents messy boil-overs. Get ready for a decadent chocolate treat that’s quicker and easier than ever before!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 124.6 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Microwave Chocolate Pudding

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How to Make Microwave Chocolate Pudding

  1. In a large (2-quart) microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, salt, and cocoa powder until well combined.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and melted baking chocolate (optional). Stir to combine.
  4. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Remove and stir well.
  5. Continue microwaving in 1-minute intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the pudding has thickened (about 6-8 minutes total, depending on your microwave).
  6. Once thickened, stir in the butter until melted and fully incorporated.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the pudding to fully set and chill. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

9g

Carbs

6g

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