Imagine a dessert so rich, creamy, and decadent that it feels like a luxurious chocolate embrace in every single spoonful. Our Instant Pot Chocolate Pudding is not just a recipe—it's a magical culinary experience that transforms simple ingredients into a velvety, heavenly treat in just 25 minutes! Whether you're a busy home cook or a dessert enthusiast, this foolproof recipe will have you creating restaurant-quality pudding with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure your Instant Pot is clean and ready.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well combined and no lumps remain.
- Gradually pour whole milk into the dry ingredient mixture, whisking continuously to create a smooth, lump-free liquid.
- Pour the milk and cocoa mixture into the Instant Pot inner pot, making sure to scrape all ingredients from the bowl.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select the "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" function.
- Set the cooking time to 3 minutes at high pressure, allowing the pudding to thicken and cook thoroughly.
- Once cooking completes, perform a quick pressure release by carefully moving the valve to venting position.
- Open the lid and whisk the pudding mixture vigorously to ensure smooth consistency.
- Add vanilla extract and unsalted butter, stirring until butter is completely melted and incorporated.
- Transfer pudding to individual serving dishes or a large bowl.
- Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent skin formation and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Before serving, remove from refrigerator, give a gentle stir, and optionally top with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
Tips
- Whisk dry ingredients thoroughly to prevent lumps in your pudding
- Use a silicone whisk for smoother mixing and to protect your Instant Pot's non-stick surface
- Make sure to scrape all ingredients from the mixing bowl for maximum flavor
- Perform a quick pressure release to stop the cooking process precisely
- Always cover the pudding surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming
- For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder
- Chill the pudding for at least 2 hours for the best texture and flavor development
- Experiment with toppings like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a sprinkle of sea salt
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
