Barefoot Contessa'S Double Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Name: Barefoot Contessa'S Double Chocolate Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 extra-large egg yolks; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 3 tablespoons very good cocoa powder; 1 pinch salt; 2 cups milk; 1 ounce very good semisweet chocolate, chopped; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Servings: persons

1
Beat the egg yolks and sugar until light yellow and thick in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, on medium-high speed.
2
On low speed, add the cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt.
3
Bring the milk to a boil in a medium saucepan and, with the mixer on low, slowly pour the hot milk into the chocolate mixture.
4
Combine well, then pour the mixture back into the pan.
5
Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon, until thickened.
6
If the mixture begins to curdle, remove it from the heat and beat it vigorously with a wire whisk.
7
Remove the pan from the heat, add the chocolate, butter, vanilla, and heavy cream, and mix until the chocolate and butter are melted.
8
Pour into serving bowls.
9
Place plastic wrap directly on the top of the pudding (to prevent a skin on top of pudding), and chill thoroughly.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 extra-large egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 3 tablespoons very good cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Barefoot Contessa'S Double Chocolate Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barefoot Contessa'S Double Chocolate Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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