Chocolate Pudding

Rich, creamy chocolate dessert topped with sliced almonds.

A smooth, velvety chocolate pudding with a deep cocoa flavor and a glossy finish. Topped with almonds for a light crunch, it makes a simple yet indulgent dessert.

22Min

4Servings

185Cal

EasyLevel

VegetarianGluten freeKid friendlyvegetarian

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Equipment

Pot

Whisk

Bowl

Spatula

Plate

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

milk (cold)

500 ml

cocoa powder (unsweetened)

35 g

sugar (granulated)

70 g

cornstarch (dry)

25 g

butter (unsalted)

15 g

vanilla extract (liquid)

5 ml

almonds (sliced)

15 g

Instructions

Mix the dry ingredients

Combine cocoa powder, sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl until evenly blended.

3 min

Make sure there are no cocoa lumps before adding liquid.

Cook the pudding base

Gradually whisk in the milk, then cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.

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Stir continuously, especially along the bottom and corners of the pot, to prevent scorching.

Finish the pudding

Remove from the heat, stir in butter and vanilla, then pour into serving bowls.

5 min

Add the butter while the pudding is still hot so it melts smoothly.

Garnish and serve

Top with sliced almonds and serve warm or chilled.

2 min

For a firmer texture, chill the pudding for 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Storage

Fridge: 3 days

Freezer: 30 days

Reheat: Microwave 20-30 seconds or gently warm on the stove with a splash of milk.

Cover the surface with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent a skin from forming. Stir well after reheating.

Notes

• Adjust sweetness to taste if using a darker cocoa powder.

• For a shinier finish, whisk the pudding briefly just before serving.

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