Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chocolate Chip Custard Pudding—a luxurious dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with a smooth, velvety custard base. Perfect for special occasions or a comforting treat at home, this pudding is simple to make yet delivers an impressive finish. Topped with chocolate chips and a sprinkle of cocoa, it’s a dessert that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more!
Ingredients:
- For the Custard:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Chocolate Chip Topping:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: whipped cream and cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Custard Base:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk together until smooth.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble (about 5-7 minutes).
- Temper the Egg Yolks:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add a few spoonfuls of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper them. This prevents the yolks from curdling.
- Combine and Cook:
- Pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens further (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Add Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until melted and well combined. The mixture will be creamy and chocolatey.
- Chill the Pudding:
- Pour the custard into serving dishes or a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap touches the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until set.
- Serve:
- Once chilled, remove the pudding from the refrigerator. If desired, top with additional chocolate chips, a dollop of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of cocoa powder for an elegant touch.
- Enjoy:
- Serve chilled and savor the rich, chocolatey goodness of your homemade Chocolate Chip Custard Pudding!