Chocolate Pudding with Whipped Cream (Printable Version)
Silky smooth chocolate pudding crowned with freshly whipped cream creates an irresistible creamy dessert.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Chocolate Pudding
01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 3 tablespoons cornstarch
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 3 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
→ For the Whipped Cream
08 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
09 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
10 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well blended.
02 - Gradually pour in milk while whisking continuously until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps.
03 - Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens considerably and begins to bubble. This should take approximately 5-7 minutes.
04 - Remove from heat immediately. Add chopped semisweet chocolate and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until the chocolate is completely melted and the pudding becomes silky smooth.
05 - Pour the warm pudding evenly into individual serving dishes. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of each portion to prevent a skin from forming.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until the pudding is thoroughly chilled and has set to a firm consistency.
07 - Just before serving, combine heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a cold mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer or hand whisk until soft peaks form and the cream holds its shape.
08 - Top each chilled pudding with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream. Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature contrast.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The whipped cream makes it feel like a restaurant dessert without any fancy techniques
- You probably have everything in your pantry right now
02 -
- Never stop whisking while the pudding cooks or it will stick and burn on the bottom
- Pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface is the only way to prevent that unappetizing skin
03 -
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for faster results
- Room temperature chocolate melts into the hot pudding more smoothly than cold chocolate