Best Chocolate Pudding Recipe
This rich and creamy chocolate pudding is a comforting dessert made with simple ingredients. Perfectly smooth and full of chocolate flavor, it’s an easy treat for all occasions!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Chilling Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
- 2 cups whole milk creamy base
- 1/2 cup sugar sweetness
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder rich chocolate taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch thickens pudding
- Pinch of salt balances flavors
- 1 teaspoon chocolate extract enhances chocolate flavor
In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate extract.
Pour into serving cups or a dish. Cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Chill for at least 2 hours.
Serve cold, topped with whipped cream or chocolate shavings if desired.
For extra smoothness, strain the pudding before chilling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.