Ingredients
- 2 cups (500 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (30 g) cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to boil gently, about 7–10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes and let cool slightly.
- Serve warm or refrigerate for at least 2 hours for a chilled dessert.
Notes
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before chilling to prevent a skin from forming.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder for extra depth of flavor.
- Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Stir in a few pieces of dark chocolate before removing from heat for a richer pudding.
- Layer with crushed cookies or graham crackers for a parfait-style dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
