Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (2024)

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Homemade Chocolate Pudding is so rich and creamy for an amazing treat. It is actually very easy to make homemade pudding and you won’t ever go back to store bought.

This Homemade Chocolate Pudding is the best dessert recipe. It is loaded with chocolate flavor with amazing creamy texture.

If you love pudding also try Tapioca Pudding and Chia Pudding.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe for chocolate pudding is the best chocolate pudding recipe that is perfect to serve for any occasion. This creamy chocolate pudding is delicious served topped with whipped cream or fresh fruit.

This pudding is easy to make with simple ingredients. In fact, you probably already everything you need to make this for a last minute dessert.

Ingredients

• Sugar
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• Cornstarch
• Salt
• Milk
• Butter
• Vanilla Extract

The ingredient list is really simple. I love knowing exactly what I am giving my family. You won’t find any hard to pronounce ingredients in this homemade chocolate pudding recipe. Scroll to the bottom to see the recipe card.

Substitutions and Variations

• Chocolate Chips – Mix chocolate chips in the pudding and they are even delicious on the top while serving.
• Egg Yolks – To add creaminess and thickness to the surface of the pudding, add in an large egg yolk.
• Milk – You can easily substitute the milk if you prefer. To keep with the rice and creamy texture, use coconut milk.

How to Make Chocolate Pudding

Step 1 – First, in a bowl whisk together sugar, cocoa, corn starch and salt in a medium pan.

Step 2 – Now, whisk in the milk and bring to a boil over medium heat stirring constantly. Allow the mixture to cook for 2 minutes while continue to whisk. This will make your kitchen smell heavenly. Then reduce the heat and whisking constantly.

Step 3 – Remove from the heat and stir in butter and vanilla.

Step 4 – Transfer to serving dishes and chill.

Recipe Tips

• Combining Ingredients – Make sure to stir constantly until the pudding are combined and while it is boiling. Allow it to cook for at least 2 minutes.
• Chill Pudding – Once you have placed in serving glasses, allow the pudding to set for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
• Cover Pudding – Before placing pudding in the refrigerator, make sure to cover the pudding. This prevents a skin from forming on the pudding.

How long does Homemade Pudding take to Set?

I like to refrigerate for about 2 hours to allow the pudding plenty of time to set. Cover to preventskin from forming on top of the pudding.

How to Serve Chocolate Pudding

There are many ways to serve this chocolate pudding. Because of the simple ingredients we make this pudding for many occasions.

• Place in fun glasses topped with homemade whipped cream.
• Place in a large bowl and take to your next potluck.
• Perfect to serve for a birthday party.
• Serve with strawberries and raspberries for added flavor.

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How to Store

Place leftover pudding in a container that is covered. If stored properly the pudding will last about 3 days.

Add your favorite topping and serve in a fun glass.

How Long does Homemade Pudding Last

If stored properly homemade chocolate pudding will last about 3 to 4 days. Honestly, it may last a day in my house because of how delicious it is.

More Fun Snack Ideas

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• Caramel marshmallow popcorn recipe
• Baked Apple Chips

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More Chocolate Desserts

• Chocolate Kiss Cookies
• Double Chocolate Muffins
• Easy Chocolate Poke Cake

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