Description
This homemade chocolate instant pudding mix is rich, creamy, and incredibly easy to make. With just a few pantry staples like cocoa powder, cornstarch, and milk powder, you can create a quick and delicious dessert in minutes. Perfect for serving on its own, as a pie filling, or layered in trifles!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup milk powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla powder (or add extract when mixing with milk)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, milk powder, salt, and vanilla powder until well combined.
- Transfer the mix to an airtight container for storage.
- To prepare pudding, whisk ½ cup of the dry mix with 2 cups of cold milk.
- Stir continuously until smooth and thickened (about 5–10 minutes).
- For a firmer consistency, refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy as-is or top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes