Indulge in the delectable Chocolate Barley Pudding, a symphony of flavors and textures that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This wholesome dessert combines the goodness of barley with the richness of chocolate, resulting in a creamy, comforting, and guilt-free treat. Barley, an ancient grain known for its dietary fiber and essential nutrients, forms the base of this pudding, providing a delightful nutty flavor and a satisfying chewy texture. The chocolate, melted and blended seamlessly, adds a luscious depth and richness that perfectly complements the barley. This recipe offers two variations to cater to your preferences: a classic Chocolate Barley Pudding and a Chocolate Barley Pudding with Fruits, both equally delightful and sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BAKED BARLEY PUDDING
My husband isn't a rice fan, so I often replace it with barley. This dessert recipe has the same sweet and satisfying flavor as traditional rice pudding. Smooth and custardy, it bakes up firm and golden.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in barley and salt. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add milk; cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes or until barley is almost tender, stirring frequently. In a bowl, whisk the cream, sugar, eggs and vanilla; gradually stir into the barley mixture., Spoon into eight greased 6-oz. custard cups. Sprinkle with raisins and cinnamon. Place custard cups in two 9-in. square baking pans. Fill both pans with boiling water to a depth of 1 in. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE PUDDING
This delightful pudding is always a treat and easy to whip up using common pantry ingredients. I usually top the pudding with M&M's. My husband likes whipped topping on his and our daughter loves to dip fresh strawberries in hers. -Carrina Cooper, McAlpin, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Spoon into individual serving dishes. Chill until serving. If desired, garnish with whipped cream and M&M's.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 4g fat, Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate, Fiber 5g protein.
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE PUDDING
A reader from North Devon shares a recipe that's been a family favourite for over 40 years
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dessert, Dinner
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Butter the inside of a 1.2 litre pudding bowl and line the base with a disc of buttered greaseproof paper.
- Melt the butter, syrup and sugar in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and stir in the milk and egg. Add the cocoa to the flour, then tip this mixture into the pan with the cinnamon and soda.
- Pour the mixture into the pudding bowl, cover tightly with foil and steam for 11⁄4 hours. Just before the end, heat the sauce ingredients until melted, stirring all the time.
- Turn the pudding out (run a knife around the inside of the bowl if necessary) and discard the paper disc. Pour the sauce over the top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2.5 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly affect the flavor of the pudding. Opt for a dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%. - Cook the barley until it is tender but still has a slight bite. This will give the pudding a nice texture. - Don't overcook the pudding: The pudding is done when it has thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Overcooking will make the pudding thick and gluey. - Serve the pudding warm or cold: Chocolate barley pudding can be served warm or cold. If you are serving it cold, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.Conclusion:
Chocolate barley pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with simple ingredients and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it warm or cold, this pudding is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give chocolate barley pudding a try.
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