Chocolate pudding is a dessert which is traditionally made by using different forms of chocolate, sugar and cocoa powder. It is firstly boiled and then frozen as custard is prepared. The desserts consistency is thick and is dark brown in color. This dessert is relished and is famous all over the world by everyone. It is often consumed by everyone in restaurants or at home and is served with various toppings. The pudding can be served in various moulds according to people’s choice and can be prepared differently.
The Chocolate pudding has been prepared from many years and is still famous. The exact origin of this dessert is unidentified but it is prepared all over the universe. The prime ingredient of this delicacy is chocolate in many forms and can be prepared by adding cream and more chocolate. This pudding can be prepared by adding eggs or without using eggs and can be served with various sauces. This sweet dish is delicious and a treat for the taste buds. This pudding is available in various stores, in super markets and can be stored and preserved in refrigerator.
INGREDIENTS AND METHOD OF PREPARING CHOCOLATE PUDDING RECIPES
The prime ingredients required for preparing Chocolate pudding are sugar, corn flour, cocoa powder, salt, milk, heavy whipping cream, egg yolks, chopped chocolate, vanilla essence and white butter. The initial step is to whisk sugar, corn flour, cocoa powder and salt in a bowl and then milk is added until the outcome of the batter is thick. In the same mixture, the egg yolks are added and are whisked thoroughly. The batter is kept aside and then the milk and cream is heated in a separate saucepan. Later, when the pudding is cooked, it is strained and kept separately. Before adding milk in a bowl, the bowl should be rinsed with cold water to avoid scorching of milk.
In this bowl, remaining cream milk is added and is cooked until boiled. This milk is poured in the egg mixture and is whisked constantly until the batter of Chocolate pudding is smooth. Then this pudding mixture is poured in a large saucepan and is again placed over heat. The batter should be stirred frequently until the pudding’s texture is thick and then chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract are added and mixed until it becomes smooth in texture. When the dessert is prepared, it is poured in bowls or wine glasses and is kept for chilling by covering it with a plastic wrap. Before serving, it is garnished with whipped cream, grated chocolate and fresh cherries.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS AS PER CHOCOLATE PUDDING RECIPES
Chocolate pudding can be served warm as well as by chilling and is served as a snack or as a dessert. It can be best complimented with heavy whipped cream and by adding fresh fruits like maraschino cherry. People even prefer serving it with many sauces and by adding more chocolates. It can be served in various glasses or bowls and can be served at parties or at any occasions. It is used in chocolate pie as fillings and in chocolate pies.
VARIETIES AND VARIATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH CHOCOLATE PUDDING RECIPES
This pudding is prepared in many countries in different ways as in US, Canada and Asia; it is served as snack or dessert. In Britain, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand, it is similarly prepared as the Farmer and Frazer versions and the pudding is known as steamed dessert. Chocolate pudding is also available in stores especially of Sara Lee or Betty Crocker which are popular brands in Australia and New Zealand.
VARIATIONS
Many variations can be brought about in this dessertby using cocoa powder instead of dark chocolate. As this pudding can be made in different style according to people like some prefer creamy pudding or chocolaty pudding. If people prefer creamy one then more whipped cream should be added and if chocolaty then excess chocolate in every form should be added. It can be served with various sauces such as vanilla, chocolate or any flavor people prefer. The topping of the Chocolate pudding can be done in various ways by garnishing with cream, cherries, and strawberries and with many fruits. In this pudding, various flavors of chocolate can be added for a different flavor and taste.
SOME HEALTH FACTS RELATED TO CHOCOLATE PUDDING RECIPES
This dessert consists of nutritional substances but should be consumed in small amounts or in moderation by people suffering from obesity or those on strict diet schedules as it can be just a source of empty calorie. Those having the problem of diabetes should also be aware that this item is rich in sugar content. Chocolate pudding as a whole is not harmful but consists of some nutritional substances such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, cholesterol, carbohydrates, fiber, proteins in small amounts and fats in large amounts.