Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (2024)

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ThisHomemade Chocolate Pudding Recipewill have you skipping the boxed pudding mixes forever! Why buy it from the store when you can make your own with a few simple ingredients?

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Once you try this homemade chocolate pudding recipe, I guarantee you will never use a boxed recipe again. Making chocolate pudding at home is so much easier than you think and I would almost bet money that you have the ingredients in your house already. The main switcheroo that I made in this pudding compared to most is that I used skim milk, not only because you can cut out some fat and calories (hey, why not?) BUT most people do not have whole milk in their fridge. I wanted this to be a fail-safe, always-have-the-ingredients-when-I-Have-A-Craving kind of chocolate pudding. You most likely have skim, one or two percent milk in your fridge, so I went with the least fatty to make sure this recipe still worked out.

What are the main ingredients in chocolate pudding?

All you need to make homemade chocolate pudding are:

  • cornstarch
  • chocolate
  • white sugar
  • milk
  • vanilla
  • salt

That’s all and most times we have all of these ingredients in our pantry’s. This turned out perfectly. Creamy, chocolaty, it was amazing. I think that everyone should have one solid homemade chocolate pudding recipe in their repertoire and I think you should give this one a whirl. It’s a keeper.

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Now those of you who follow me on Facebook or Instagram will know that I made one heck of an evil trifle yesterday, thus the reason I made homemade chocolate pudding in the first place. It’s divine, evil and amazing.I am going to write up the recipe today and then share it later tonight, so stay tuned! It’s the single best way I have found to get rid of a ton of your Halloween candy! Update: Here it is! My Leftover Halloween Candy Brownie Trifle.

If you are looking for dessert recipes try my:

  1. Magic Caramel Pudding Cake
  2. Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cake
  3. Pineapple Upside Down Bread Pudding
  4. Chocolate Flapper Pie

So when is the last time you made pudding at home? Sometimes with all my concocting of recipes I forget the simple desserts, like this one, that take very little time or effort but are such a crowd-pleaser, not to mention kid-pleaser as well.

Love,

Karlynn

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Homemade chocolate pudding made with skim milk, so easy you'll never buy packaged pudding again!

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Prep Time
4 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
14 minutes
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
American
Servings
6
Calories
442
Author
Karlynn Johnston

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup and 1 tbsp of cornstarch
  • dash of salt
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 3 cups of skim milk
  • 6 ounces of semi-sweet baking chocolate or any good quality chocolate chips
  • 1 cup of chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Pour the milk into a heavy, medium sized sauce pan.

  • Whisk in the cornstarch, salt and sugar until there are no lumps.

  • Place the saucepan on medium low-heat and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring continuously. Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the pot.

  • When the mixture had thickened, add in the chocolate. Stir continuously for another 2-3 minutes, until the chocolate is completely melted in and the mixture is now a beautiful brown.

  • Add in the vanilla, stir until mixed in.Place in the serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator until firmly set, around 2-3 hours.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 442kcal, Carbohydrates: 63g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 75mg, Potassium: 351mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 52g, Vitamin A: 330IU, Vitamin C: 0.2mg, Calcium: 202mg, Iron: 2.2mg

All calories and info are based on a third party calculator and are only an estimate. Actual nutritional info will vary with brands used, your measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

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  1. Pilsen Mama says

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    I wondered the same thing. It’s too sweet. Next time I would use part unsweetened chocolate. Too bad there is no reply.

  2. Rena says

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    This is my first time making homemade pudding and whole family loved it. My husband is diabetic so I used only 2 Tablespoons. We like things less sweet so it was perfect amount of sweetness for us. I didn’t have enough semi sweet chocolate in my pantry so I put a round tablet of Mexican chocolate in my batch. The hint of cinnamon from the Mexican chocolate was great.Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (10)

    • Rena says

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      That was to say I only used 2 Tablespoons sugar in the batch.

      • Bob says

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        Your website has so many pop-up ads it’s unusable.

  3. Angela says

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    Has anyone tried making a butterscotch version with butterscotch chips?

  4. Lisha C. says

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    I was searching for a recipe similar to my wonderful grandmother’s pudding and here it is!!My Momma did not cook often, but when she did it surely would be a treat!Thank you for the recipe and I just followed you on Pinterest!!Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (11)

  5. Erin says

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    Delicious! Used 2 cups of Vermont Nut Free semi-sweet chocolate chips. Awesome!Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (12)

  6. ML says

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    Question: so are there 6 oz of semi-sweet chocolate, plus an additional cup of chocolate chips? Or just one or the other?

    • Pilsen Mama says

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      I wondered the same thing. It’s too sweet. Next time I would use part unsweetened chocolate. Too bad there is no reply.

  7. Angela says

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    Perfect recipe. Looking for one for banana pudding thats just as simple

  8. Tara says

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    Do you think I could make and freeze this? It sounds delicious!Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (13)

    • Cat says

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      Really easy recipe. I think it’s plenty sweet from the sugar in the chocolate chips, no additional sugar needed.Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (14)

  9. Sherry says

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    Could I use cocoa powder instead of ch. chips?Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (15)

  10. Sarah C says

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    This recipe was so easy and delicious! Great way to use up milk I had in the house, and it’s a healthier version of pudding by using skim milk. Thanks for the recipe!

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  11. Sarah C says

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    This recipe was so easy and delicious! I made a “turtle” variation by layering the pudding with pretzels and caramel sauce in little mason jars. Great way to use up a lot of milk! Thanks for the recipe!

    Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe (17)

  12. Jenn G says

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    Love this recipe! It tastes like it required lots of effort, but in reality, my 3 yr old makes it with me. Thanks!

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FAQs

How is pudding made from scratch? ›

Steps
  1. In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in milk. ...
  2. Gradually stir at least half of the hot mixture into egg yolks, then stir back into hot mixture in saucepan. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. ...
  3. Pour pudding into dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled.

What's the difference between chocolate custard and pudding? ›

The main difference is the ingredient used as a thickening agent. Eggs are an essential ingredient in custard, as they give the dessert its gelatinous texture. Instead of egg proteins, flour or cornstarch are thickeners in puddings.

What ingredient makes pudding thick? ›

Cornstarch: Cornstarch is one of the most widely used thickening agents in pudding recipes. It's valued for its ability to produce a smooth, glossy finish while enhancing the pudding's thickness without altering its flavor.

How do you make chocolate pudding taste better? ›

Enhancing the Flavor of Boxed Chocolate Pudding
  1. Using High-Quality Milk or Cream for a Richer Taste. ...
  2. Adding a Splash of Vanilla or Almond Extract for Depth. ...
  3. Incorporating Espresso or Coffee for a Mocha Twist. ...
  4. Mixing in a Pinch of Salt to Balance the Sweetness. ...
  5. Garnishing with Whipped Cream, Nuts, or Fresh Fruit.
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What are the 3 types of pudding? ›

Baked, steamed, and boiled puddings.

Is it cheaper to make your own pudding? ›

The truth is, that the from-scratch versions of these things take literally minutes to make and are infinitely cheaper, not to mention healthier. My search for a DIY instant pudding mix spun off of my search for a from-scratch version of a favorite family cake.

What do the British call chocolate pudding? ›

In the UK, what Americans know as pudding might be called custard or simply dessert. Furthermore, Brits enjoy a variety of sumptuous desserts that mirror the texture and taste of American pudding, such as blancmange or the layered delight known as trifle.

What is moose pudding? ›

Mousse is the lighter, fluffier cousin of pudding. Its lighter texture comes from whipping air into the mixture. It gets its airy consistency by folding whipped egg whites or whipped cream into the base mixture. Like pudding, mousse can be savory or sweet.

What's the difference between chocolate mousse and chocolate pudding? ›

Pudding is meant to be thick, soft, and silky, and is, therefore, a lot less airy than mousse. This difference in texture lies in preparation. Pudding requires heat to come together with the right consistency, whereas mousse simply needs to be whipped together.

Why is my homemade pudding not thickening? ›

The thickening agents within the pudding require sufficient time to gelatinize. Gelatinization is the process where starch granules absorb liquid and swell, creating the pudding's thick texture. When the pudding is not cooked long enough, starch granules do not fully expand, resulting in a mixture that is too liquid.

Does heavy cream make pudding thicker? ›

Incorporating heavy cream or cream cheese not only thickens the pudding but also adds a luxurious, velvety mouthfeel, making it a delightful treat for any occasion. Pairing these dairy additions with complementary flavors can take your pudding from simple to sophisticated.

Can I use evaporated milk instead of milk in pudding? ›

1. Use Evaporated Milk. Replace the regular milk for a can of evaporated milk to make a creamier, more decadent pudding. Not only does it yield a luxurious texture, it dramatically improves the flavor of a pudding mix.

Why is my homemade chocolate pudding grainy? ›

If your easy chocolate pudding ends up grainy, there may be one of two issues. One is that some of the egg became scrambled when you were making the pudding. You can usually fix this by pushing the pudding through a fine mesh strainer. If that isn't the issue, the pudding probably just needs to be mixed more.

Can you use sweetened condensed milk instead of milk in pudding? ›

Adjust the Quantity: Since condensed milk is much thicker than regular milk, you'll need to consider the thickness it adds to the pudding. A common approach is to dilute the condensed milk with water. For every 1 cup of regular milk, use 1/2 cup of condensed milk mixed with 1/2 cup of water.

What is pudding mix made of? ›

Sugar, a flavoring agent, and thickeners are primary ingredients. Instant chocolate pudding mix is manufactured using cocoa. A key ingredient in instant pudding is gelatinized starch, a dried instant starch that readily absorbs liquids, which causes the pudding to gel when mixed with milk.

What is the raw material for pudding? ›

The milk pudding is a pasty or semi-fluid state milk-contained product, and each 100 weight portions of the milk pudding comprises the following raw materials: 30 to 80 portions of liquid milk raw material, 4 to 20.0 portions of sugar, 0.1 to 5 portions of a stabilizing agent, and the balance being water.

Is homemade pudding better than instant? ›

TASTE AND TEXTURE:

The taste of the cooked pudding is much richer and more complex than the instant. It's got a structure to the texture that isn't limp or watery. It feels as though a much more substantial transformation has occurred in the cooked pudding than in the instant. It's thick and slightly lumpy.

What is the difference between jello and pudding? ›

Pudding and Jello are made with different ingredients. Pudding is typically made with milk, sugar, and a thickening agent such as cornstarch or gelatin. Some pudding recipes may also include eggs or cream. Jello, on the other hand, is made with gelatin, sugar, and water or fruit juice.

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