Description
A classic dessert featuring a rich, creamy texture and delightful chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add in the milk while whisking to combine.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until smooth.
- Pour into serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Whisk constantly while cooking to prevent lumps. Use whole milk for creamier texture or adjust sweetness based on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg