Chocolate Pudding - Master Cookbook Recipe # 365

Name: Chocolate Pudding - Master Cookbook Recipe # 365
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 3 cups
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar; 5 Tbsp cocoa powder, leveled (use Hershey’s Dark Cocoa for a deeper flavor); 1/2 tsp salt; 3 Tbsp cornstarch (or 1/3 cup all-purpose flour); 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 cup water; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup salted butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract

Indulge in a rich, velvety chocolate treat that's far superior to anything you'll find in a box. This recipe uses a simple microwave method to achieve a perfect, thick consistency every time. Whether you prefer classic milk chocolate or a deep dark cocoa flavor, this pudding is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

This is recipe #365 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 5 minCook time: 8 minTotal time: 13 min

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Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
5 Tbsp cocoa powder, leveled (use Hershey’s Dark Cocoa for a deeper flavor)
1/2 tsp salt
3 Tbsp cornstarch (or 1/3 cup all-purpose flour)
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup water
2 large eggs
1/4 cup salted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe glass bowl, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and cornstarch (or flour) until there are no large lumps.
Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the evaporated milk, water, and eggs. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is completely smooth and the eggs are well incorporated.
Initial Cook: Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
Whisk and Thicken: Remove the bowl carefully and whisk thoroughly, scraping the sides and bottom.
Interval Cooking: Return to the microwave and heat at 1-minute intervals, whisking after each minute, until the pudding is noticeably THICK.
Final Touch: Stir in the salted butter and vanilla extract. Whisk until the butter is melted and the pudding is glossy and smooth.
Chill: Allow the pudding to cool slightly, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled before serving.

Notes

Tammy’s Tips

"Pudding will not thicken later, so cook it until it is thickened!" This is the most important rule for the perfect texture. If you want a truly decadent experience, I highly recommend using Hershey’s Dark Cocoa,it gives the pudding a beautiful, dark color and a sophisticated taste. This pudding is wonderful on its own or layered into a chocolate trifle!