This classic Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding delivers a deep, velvety chocolate flavor that rivals any store-bought version but with the comforting taste of homemade care. Made with just a few simple ingredients like milk, butter, unsweetened chocolate, and eggs, it requires no special equipment&# 226;ÂÂjust a double boiler or a heavy saucepan. The result is a luxuriously smooth and thick custard that sets perfectly in your serving dish. ItâÂÂs the ideal dessert for family dinners, potlucks, or when youâÂÂre craving a touch of nostalgia. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat that brings home-style flavor to your table.
Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding
Description
This classic Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding delivers a deep, velvety chocolate flavor that rivals any store-bought version but with the comforting taste of homemade care. Made with just a few simple ingredients like milk, butter, unsweetened chocolate, and eggs, it requires no special equipment&# 226;ÂÂjust a double boiler or a heavy saucepan. The result is a luxuriously smooth and thick custard that sets perfectly in your serving dish. ItâÂÂs the ideal dessert for family dinners, potlucks, or when youâÂÂre craving a touch of nostalgia. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat that brings home-style flavor to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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In the top of a double boiler, heat milk, butter, and chocolate squares until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is hot.
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In a small bowl, combine sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt.
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Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the hot chocolate-milk mixture.
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Do not stir yet. Cover the mixture and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes.
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Remove the cover and beat the mixture vigorously with a spoon until it becomes smooth and thickened.
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Quickly add the beaten egg yolks to the hot pudding and beat well to incorporate them without curdling.
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Cook for 2 additional minutes, stirring constantly, until the pudding is very thick.
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Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla extract.
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Pour the pudding immediately into individual dessert glasses.
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Serve warm, topped with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 123.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.4g10%
- Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
- Cholesterol 2.4mg1%
- Sodium 7124.9mg297%
- Total Carbohydrate 19.6g7%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 6.0g
- Protein 4.1g9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If the chocolate appears curdled before stirring, do not worry; beating the mixture well after the 20-minute rest will smooth it out.
Ensure the egg yolks are added gradually and beaten quickly to prevent scrambling. If the mixture is too hot, temper the eggs by adding a few spoonfuls of the hot pudding to the eggs first, then stirring that mixture back into the pot.
For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with heavy cream.
This pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
If you do not have a double boiler, you can use a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
