Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened and glossy, about 6-8 minutes.
- Remove from heat; whisk in butter and vanilla until glossy.
- Divide into serving dishes and refrigerate at least 1 hour until set.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Make-ahead friendly; refrigerate until ready to serve
- Can use dairy-free milk and plant-based butter for a vegan option
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260 calories
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
