Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2¾ cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and just begins to bubble.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the pudding into a large serving bowl or into individual dishes. To prevent a skin from forming on top of the pudding, place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the pudding, leaving no air between.
- Refrigerate until chilled and set, about 2 hours. Serve cold.
