Vegetarian Chocolate Pudding

Total time2 hr 25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

This rich chocolate pudding is deeply spiked with cocoa powder and melted bittersweet chocolate for a glossy, intensely chocolatey finish. Whisking the base low and slow until it thickens gives it that classic silky, spoon-coating texture, and straining it before chilling keeps every cup perfectly smooth. A splash of vanilla rounds out the flavor, while a swirl of whipped cream on top adds a light, airy contrast to the deep chocolate base. It's the kind of make-ahead dessert that chills into individual cups and just waits in the fridge until you're ready for it, and it's a solid pick for a vegetarian table. Simple pantry staples and a little patience at the stove are really all this one asks of you.

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Ingredients

4 servings

½ cup granulated sugar
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3 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ tsp salt
2 ½ cups whole milk
½ cup heavy cream
3 large egg yolks
2 oz bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 tsp vanilla extract

For serving

whipped cream, for serving (optional)
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Instructions

1
Whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt in a medium saucepan until evenly combined.
2
Whisk the egg yolks into the dry mixture until a thick, smooth paste forms, then gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream until no lumps remain.

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