Description
Hasty Chocolate Pudding is a creamy, rich dessert made using simple ingredients like cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and milk. What makes this recipe special is its ability to be prepared in minutes using a microwave. The pudding has a thick, velvety texture and a deep chocolate flavor. You can customize it by adding extra ingredients like chocolate chips, peanut butter, or even mint for a unique twist. Whether served warm or cold, it’s the perfect quick dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
For Single Serving:
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
For 4 Servings:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Single Serving Method:
- Mix dry ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug or bowl, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Add milk gradually: Slowly add milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- First microwave: Microwave on high for 1 minute.
- Stir and continue: Remove and stir well. The mixture will still be thin.
- Second microwave: Microwave for another 30-60 seconds, watching carefully to prevent overflow.
- Check consistency: Stir again. If not thick enough, microwave in 15-second intervals until desired thickness is reached.
- Add finishing touches: Stir in butter and vanilla extract until smooth. Add chocolate chips if using.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or cover with plastic wrap (touching the surface to prevent skin forming) and refrigerate.
Multiple Servings Method:
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Add milk: Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Initial cooking: Microwave on high for 2 minutes.
- Stir and continue: Remove and stir thoroughly. Mixture will be thin.
- Continue cooking: Microwave for 1-2 more minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
- Final cooking: Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until pudding coats the back of a spoon.
- Finish: Stir in butter and vanilla until smooth. Add chocolate chips if desired.
- Portion and serve: Divide into serving cups or bowls.
Notes
Enjoy it warm straight from the microwave, or chill it for a thicker, creamier texture. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a few berries for an easy upgrade!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: Low
Keywords: Hasty Chocolate Pudding