Best Chocolate Pudding From Scratch
A classic treat, Chocolate Pudding is known for its soft & silky texture as well as its rich and creamy flavor. While people of all ages enjoy this treat, it is most associated with being a snack that many American parents will pack for their children in their lunch boxes. This recipe is for chocolate pudding entirely from scratch, without having to use Jell-O instant pudding mix or pudding cups.
Equipment
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Plastic Spatula
- 1 3qt Saucepan
- Measuring Cups/Spoons
- 1 Large Bowl
- 1 Sieve (optional)
Ingredients
- 1/3 Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 6 TBSP All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 Cup White Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 TSP Iodized Salt
- 2 Cups Half & Half
- 2 TBSP Unsalted Butter (Room Temperature)
- 1 TSP Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Add flour, cocoa powder, salt, sugar and half + half to cool 3qt saucepan and mix until combined, ensuring few/no clumps.
- Warm saucepan on medium heat and constantly stir gently until thickened (approx. 8-10 minutes***).
- After approx. 8-10 minutes*** (or once pudding has thickened), immediately remove from heat.
- Add butter and vanilla extract to pudding then whisk until combined
- Add pudding to large bowl.
- Chill in refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours.
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Notes
***This recipe was tested on an electric stove. Exact cook times may vary slightly if using an induction or gas stove.
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