Name: Chocolate Pudding Pots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 3 h 25 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: Chocolate pudding:; 2 large egg yolks; 1/3 cup caster sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch); 1 cup full-fat milk; 1 1/2 cups thickened cream (heavy cream); 150 g 70% cocoa chocolate, finely chopped; 1 pinch salt; Whipped cream topping:; 3/4 cup thickened cream, fridge cold; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons white sugar; Garnish:; 2 tablespoons 70% cocoa chocolate, finely chopped

Description

These Chocolate Pudding Pots are a rich and creamy make-ahead dessert with a silky texture and deep chocolate flavor. Topped with softly whipped cream and chocolate shavings, they’re simple to make but feel indulgent and elegant—perfect for dinner parties or weekday treats.

Ingredients

Chocolate pudding:
2 large egg yolks
1/3 cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
1 1/2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
1 cup full-fat milk
1 1/2 cups thickened cream (heavy cream)
150 g 70% cocoa chocolate, finely chopped
1 pinch salt
Whipped cream topping:
3/4 cup thickened cream, fridge cold
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons white sugar
Garnish:
2 tablespoons 70% cocoa chocolate, finely chopped

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Instructions

In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until combined.
Add vanilla, cocoa powder, cornflour, and 2 tablespoons of the milk. Whisk until smooth.
Whisk in the remaining milk, cream, and salt.
Place over medium heat and cook, whisking frequently and then constantly as it thickens.
When gentle bubbles appear, whisk for 15 seconds and remove from heat.
Stir in chopped chocolate until fully melted and smooth.
Pour into 5 small ramekins or glasses. Let cool 15 minutes at room temperature, then chill uncovered for at least 3 hours.
Before serving, whip cold cream, sugar, and vanilla to soft peaks. Spoon over puddings and garnish with chopped chocolate.

Notes

Use 60% chocolate and increase cornflour to 3 tbsp for a sweeter version.
Add espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor.
Infuse milk with orange peel for a citrus twist—strain before using.
Top with berries or nuts for added texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pudding pot
Calories: 380
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 115mg