Best 5 Nanas Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in a velvety symphony of flavors with our homemade chocolate pudding, a classic dessert elevated to perfection. This decadent treat combines rich, dark chocolate with a creamy, smooth texture, resulting in an irresistible experience that will tantalize your taste buds.

This recipe collection offers a diverse range of chocolate pudding variations, each with its own unique twist. From the classic simplicity of our traditional chocolate pudding to the indulgent richness of our chocolate avocado pudding, there's a pudding here to satisfy every craving.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, our avocado chocolate pudding is a guilt-free delight. With its creamy texture and rich chocolate flavor, this pudding is packed with healthy fats and nutrients, making it a delicious and nutritious treat.

If you're looking for a vegan option, our vegan chocolate pudding is the perfect choice. Made with almond milk and coconut milk, this pudding is creamy, rich, and completely plant-based.

No matter your dietary preferences, our collection of chocolate pudding recipes has something for everyone. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey of pure chocolate bliss.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

NANA'S HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE PUDDING



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A rich, silky homemade chocolate pudding made the same way in our family since the 50's. Cooled pudding will form a dark skin on top, which is our favorite part! Top with whipped cream, if desired.

Provided by Chelsea Wagner

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes     Chocolate Pudding Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup white sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Sift and whisk sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt together in a saucepan.
  • Heat saucepan over medium heat. Pour milk in slowly, whisking constantly until incorporated. Cook, stirring often with a metal spoon, until pudding is noticeably thicker and clings to the spoon, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Divide between 4 small bowls and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 210.1 mg, Sugar 24.1 g

GRANNY'S NANA PUDDING



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
One 5.1-ounce box instant vanilla pudding
2 cups very cold half-and-half
1 cup sour cream
Pinch sea salt
One 12-ounce tin or 16-ounce box butter cookies
1 cup prepared caramel sauce
6 large bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • In a chilled bowl, with chilled beaters, beat the cream and confectioners' sugar together until soft peaks.
  • Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, pudding mix, half-and-half, sour cream and the salt in a large bowl.
  • Reserve 4 to 6 cookies for garnish and layer half of the remaining cookies among the bottom of 4 to 6 16-ounce serving dishes (or mason jars), or in a trifle bowl (or other large glass serving dish). Next, drizzle half of the caramel over the cookies, then a layer of half the bananas, then half the pudding mixture. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients. Top with the whipped cream and a butter cookie or cookies. Serve or chill up to overnight.

HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE PUDDING



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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

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
OPTIONAL: Sweetened whipped cream and M&M's

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.

MILK CHOCOLATE BANANA PUDDING



Milk Chocolate Banana Pudding image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups whole milk
3 ounces good-quality milk chocolate, finely chopped
1-ounce unsweetened chocolate, finely chopped
6 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 ounces thin chocolate wafer cookies (recommended: Nabisco)
4 large bananas, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 cups sweetened whipped cream
Milk chocolate shavings, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place milk in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer. Whisk in both chocolates and heat until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat.
  • Whisk together the yolks, sugar, and cornstarch in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in the chocolate-milk mixture and then return the mixture to the saucepan over medium-high heat and whisk until thickened. Remove from the heat, stir in the vanilla, and transfer to a clean bowl. Place a piece of plastic wrap over the surface of the pastry cream and let cool to room temperature.
  • Spoon about 1 cup of the pastry cream into a 9 by 13-inch glass dish. Layer the cookies, bananas, and pastry cream in the bowl, ending with the pastry cream. Cover tightly and refrigerate until chilled, at least 4 hours or overnight. Just before serving, spread the whipped cream over the top of the pudding and sprinkle with the chocolate shavings.

NANA JEAN'S CHOCOLATE SPONGE PUDDING



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Make and share this Nana Jean's Chocolate Sponge Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Super Sal

Categories     Dessert

Time 47m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ounces butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup self raising flour
4 teaspoons cocoa
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cocoa
2 cups hot boiled water

Steps:

  • cream butter and sugar (just using wooden spoon).
  • add egg.
  • mix well.
  • fold in sifted flour and cocoa alternately with milk and vanilla/.
  • top with mixed cocoa and sugar.
  • gently pour hot water over ingredients.
  • bake in moderate oven for 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.6, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 87.6, Sodium 117.1, Carbohydrate 77.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 50.2, Protein 6.6

Tips:

  • Use good quality chocolate: The better the chocolate, the better the pudding will taste. Use a chocolate that is at least 70% cocoa solids.
  • Don't overcook the pudding: Overcooked pudding will be thick and grainy. Cook it just until it is thickened and smooth.
  • Let the pudding cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to develop and the pudding to set properly.
  • Serve the pudding with your favorite toppings: Whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh fruit are all great options.

Conclusion:

Nana's Homemade Chocolate Pudding is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With its rich, chocolatey flavor and smooth, creamy texture, it's sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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