Epic Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Name: Epic Chocolate Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cups Sugar; 3 Tablespoons Cornstarch; 1/3 cups Sweetened Cocoa Powder; 1 pinch Salt; 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper; 2 cups Milk, Divided; 4 whole Large Egg Yolks; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1/3 pounds Dark Chocolate (minimum 70% Cocoa) Finely Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Dark Chocolate, Grated; Whipped Cream, To Serve; 1 Tablespoon Cocoa, For Topping

Servings: persons

2/3 cups Sugar
3 Tablespoons Cornstarch
1/3 cups Sweetened Cocoa Powder
1 pinch Salt
1 pinch Cayenne Pepper
2 cups Milk, Divided
4 whole Large Egg Yolks
1 cup Heavy Cream
1/3 pounds Dark Chocolate (minimum 70% Cocoa) Finely Chopped
2 Tablespoons Dark Chocolate, Grated
Whipped Cream, To Serve
1 Tablespoon Cocoa, For Topping

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1. In a large mixing bowl combine the sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, salt, cayenne and 1 cup of milk and whisk until all ingredients dissolved. Add in the egg yolks, whisking to combine thoroughly. Keep aside for a moment.
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2. In a medium saucepan combine the remaining milk and the cream and bring to a boil. Immediately remove from the heat. Slowly pour the hot milk and cream over the cocoa mixture set aside, whisking constantly until smooth.
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3. Pour everything back into the saucepan and place over a medium heat, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5-10 minutes. It should coat the back of a wooden spoon when done.
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4. Remove from heat and push through a sieve to get rid of any remaining lumps and into a clean mixing bowl. Add in the finely chopped chocolate, stirring until the mixture is smooth again. Pour into 4-6 cups or bowls and cover with plastic wrap. Place in the fridge until cold.
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5. Prior to serving, top the pudding with a good dollop of whipped cream, a pinch of cocoa and some freshly grated chocolate.

875

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cups Sugar, 3 Tablespoons Cornstarch, 1/3 cups Sweetened Cocoa Powder, 1 pinch Salt, and more.

Yes, Epic 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.

Epic Chocolate Pudding

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