Best Chocolate Pudding (America'S Test Kitchens) Recipe

Name: Best Chocolate Pudding (America'S Test Kitchens)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon espresso powder (or instant coffee); 1/2 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons dutch process cocoa; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3 egg yolks; 2 1/2 cups whole milk; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped (60% cocoa)

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon espresso powder (or instant coffee)
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons dutch process cocoa
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 egg yolks
2 1/2 cups whole milk
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped (60% cocoa)

1
Mix vanilla and espresso powder in a very small bowl.
2
In a large saucepan, whisk sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt until combined.
3
Whisk in heavy cream, egg yolks and whole milk over medium to medium-high heat. Bring to a strong SIMMER (should take five minutes) and let simmer for 30 seconds.
4
Add in butter, one tablespoon at a time, and finely chopped chocolate.
5
Stir in vanilla/espresso and incorporate.
6
Strain through a mesh strainer, into individual ramekins or bowls, or into a large bowl.
7
Cover surface with wax paper or parchment sprayed with Pam to prevent a skin from forming on the top of the pudding.
8
Chill for at least four hours.
9
Whisk pudding before serving.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon espresso powder (or instant coffee), 1/2 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons dutch process cocoa, and more.

Yes, Best Chocolate Pudding (America'S Test Kitchens) 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.

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