This classic chocolate pudding recipe is a quick and easy way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. It’s made with simple ingredients and requires minimal cooking time. Perfect for a last-minute dessert or a sweet snack.
Chocolate Pudding
This recipe uses evaporated milk, sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and vanilla extract to create a decadent chocolate pudding. The evaporated milk provides a rich and creamy base, while the cocoa powder delivers a deep chocolate flavor. The flour thickens the pudding, and the vanilla extract adds a touch of sweetness and complexity.
Can I use whole milk instead of evaporated milk in this recipe?
Yes, you can use whole milk instead of evaporated milk in this recipe. However, the pudding will be thinner and less rich. To achieve a similar consistency with whole milk, you may need to add a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with a little bit of cold milk) and cook the pudding for a few minutes longer until it thickens.
How can I make this recipe vegan?
You can make this recipe vegan by using vegan milk (such as almond milk or coconut milk) instead of evaporated milk. You may also need to use a vegan chocolate substitute, such as vegan cocoa powder or melted vegan chocolate chips.
How can I tell when the chocolate pudding is done?
The chocolate pudding is done when it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. You can also dip a finger into the pudding and run it across the back of your spoon. If a clear line forms, the pudding is ready.
Tips and Variations
- For a richer chocolate pudding, you can use heavy cream instead of evaporated milk.
- Add a pinch of salt to the pudding to enhance the flavor.
- You can flavor the pudding with different extracts like almonds, rum, or coffee.
- Once the pudding is cool, you can fold in whipped cream for an extra decadent treat.
Storing your chocolate pudding
Chocolate pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Ingredients used to make chocolate pudding
- Evaporated Milk: Evaporated milk is a shelf-stable dairy product that has some of the water content removed. It provides a rich and creamy base for the pudding.
- Cocoa Powder: Cocoa powder is the star of the show in this recipe. It provides a deep chocolate flavor.
- Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract adds a touch of sweetness and complexity of flavor.
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How to make chocolate pudding
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the diluted evaporated milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and flour until smooth.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it comes to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and continue to cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the pudding into serving dishes and let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
🍽️ SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Serve chocolate pudding cold on its own or topped with whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
- You can also use chocolate pudding as a layer in parfaits or trifles.
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Chocolate Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk, diluted with an equal amount of water 1 cup total liquid
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 8 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the diluted evaporated milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and flour until smooth.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it comes to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and continue to cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the pudding into serving dishes and let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate pudding, you can use heavy cream instead of evaporated milk.
- Add a pinch of salt to the pudding to enhance the flavor.
- You can flavor the pudding with different extracts like almond, rum, or coffee.
- Once the pudding is cool, you can fold in whipped cream for an extra decadent treat.
- Serve chocolate pudding cold on its own or topped with whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
- You can also use chocolate pudding as a layer in parfaits or trifles.
