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Healthy Chocolate Pudding Recipe

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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Healthy Chocolate Pudding recipe offers a creamy, rich dessert made with natural ingredients. Using milk or canned coconut milk combined with Dutch cocoa powder and a sweetener of your choice, it creates a smooth pudding thickened with cornstarch. The pudding is cooked gently on the stovetop and finished with vanilla and optional chocolate pieces for an extra indulgent touch. Perfect for a wholesome, satisfying treat that can be enjoyed after chilling for a few hours or overnight.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk of choice OR canned coconut milk
  • Heaping 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup Dutch cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup sweetener (sugar, pure maple syrup, erythritol, or honey)
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • Optional: 3 oz chocolate chips or broken-up chocolate bar
  • 3/4 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cornstarch mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1/2 cup of the milk of choice until the cornstarch is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Heat the milk base: In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of milk (or canned coconut milk), heaping 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup Dutch cocoa powder, and 1/3 cup sweetener. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
  3. Add the cornstarch mixture: Pour the dissolved cornstarch and milk mixture into the warm cocoa mixture. Increase heat and bring it to a boil, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  4. Cook until thickened: Once boiling, continue stirring constantly for 2 minutes until the pudding thickens. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for an additional 1 minute to ensure the cornstarch is fully cooked.
  5. Add vanilla and chocolate: Turn off the heat. Stir in 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and the optional 3 ounces of chocolate chips or broken chocolate pieces. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the pudding is smooth.
  6. Chill the pudding: Transfer the pudding to a container, cover it, and refrigerate. Allow it to thicken further while chilling. The pudding will be ready to enjoy after a few hours but tastes best after chilling overnight.

Notes

  • The recipe uses Dutch cocoa powder specifically. Substituting with regular unsweetened cocoa powder may alter the flavor.
  • You may use a sweetener of choice such as sugar, pure maple syrup, erythritol, or honey depending on dietary preferences.
  • For a dairy-free option, canned coconut milk is recommended and imparts a creamy texture.
  • Stirring constantly during boiling is crucial to avoid lumps and scorching.
  • This pudding thickens as it chills, so be patient for the best texture.
  • Arrowroot has not been tested as a substitute for cornstarch in this recipe.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Healthy chocolate pudding, dairy-free chocolate pudding, easy chocolate dessert, stovetop pudding, low-calorie dessert

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