Chocolate Buttermilk Pudding Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a saucepan, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
• STEP 2.Gradually whisk in buttermilk until the mixture is smooth.
• STEP 3.Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
• STEP 4.Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in vanilla extract.
• STEP 5.Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes and refrigerate until set.
• STEP 6.Serve the pudding chilled with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to whisk the cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt together thoroughly to avoid lumps.
• Stir the pudding constantly while cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
• For a richer flavor, you can use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Cover the pudding with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
• Serve the pudding chilled with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.