Sugar-Free Chocolate Pudding
A smooth stovetop chocolate pudding thickened with cornstarch and sweetened with a heat-stable sugar substitute.
Instructions
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Step 1
Whisk the cocoa powder, cornstarch, sugar substitute, and salt together in the saucepan until evenly combined.
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Step 2
Gradually whisk 3/4 cup of the cold milk into the dry mixture to make a smooth slurry.
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Step 3
Gradually whisk the remaining milk into the slurry until uniform.
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Step 4
Cook over medium heat, whisking continuously, until the pudding thickens and begins to bubble.
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Step 5
Reduce to low heat and cook while whisking for 1 minute.
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Step 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Whisk in the vanilla extract and butter until the butter is fully incorporated.
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Step 7
Divide the hot pudding evenly among four ramekins and let it stop steaming heavily.
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Step 8
Refrigerate the puddings until cold and fully set.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Cool promptly, keep refrigerated at 4°C or below, and consume within 3 days.
Risk factors
- hot pudding can cause burns
- dairy requires refrigeration