Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 4 cups nonfat milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, cornstarch, salt, and sugar.
- In a large saucepan, bring the nonfat milk to a simmer over medium heat.
- Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the simmering milk and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
- Divide the pudding among eight serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information per serving (1/8th of the recipe):
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 4.5g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey flavor
- Smooth and creamy texture
- Gluten-free and suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals (if using lactose-free milk)
User Comments:
- "This pudding is so rich and decadent, it's hard to believe it's guilt-free!"
- "The perfect dessert for a cold night or a special occasion."
- "I love that this pudding is so easy to make and doesn't require any artificial ingredients."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a thicker pudding, add an extra 1/4 cup of cornstarch to the dry ingredients.
- For a sweeter pudding, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the dry ingredients.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and butter.
