Hot Cocoa Pudding Recipe

Name: Hot Cocoa Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; Pinch salt; 3 cups low-fat milk; 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 4 egg yolks; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Topping:; 1 cup heavy cream or prepared whipped cream; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Servings: persons

3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch salt
3 cups low-fat milk
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
4 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
1 cup heavy cream or prepared whipped cream
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder

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Chilling time: 2 to 24 Hours
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Mix sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a boil, whisking frequently, over moderate heat until thickened, about 8 minutes.
3
Place cocoa powder in a mug and pour a ladleful of the hot milk over it, stirring well until the mixture is smooth. Add it back to the milk in the saucepan, whisking to create a smooth sauce.
4
In a medium bowl, beat the egg yolks well. Gradually stir 1 cup of the thickened cocoa-milk mixture into the eggs and then pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan. Bring to a simmer over moderate heat, stirring constantly, then lower the heat and simmer for 1 to 3 minutes until it's thickened.
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Remove saucepan from heat and whisk in the vanilla. Pour the pudding into a large serving bowl or 6 small cups or ramekins. Cover and chill for a few hours or overnight.
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For topping: Whip heavy cream until peaks form. Sift sugar and cocoa over cream and beat mixture until firm. To serve, spoon cocoa cream over pudding.
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How kids can help: Sift sugar and cocoa over cream.

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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: 3/4 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons cornstarch, Pinch salt, 3 cups low-fat milk, and more.

Yes, Hot Cocoa 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.

Hot Cocoa Pudding

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