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No-Bake Dark Chocolate Pudding Recipe

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This luscious Valentine’s Day Dark Chocolate Pudding is a rich, creamy no-bake dessert made with high-quality dark chocolate and whipped cream. Sweetened gently with sugar and flavored with vanilla, it is set to perfection using gelatin, offering a smooth and decadent treat that’s perfect for special occasions or an indulgent everyday dessert.

Ingredients

Chocolate Base

  • 6 oz dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
  • 1 tbsp gelatin powder
  • 2 tbsp cold water (for gelatin blooming)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Cream

  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Melt Chocolate: Place the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat it in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until it is completely smooth and melted.
  2. Bloom Gelatin: Sprinkle the gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes to fully bloom and absorb the water.
  3. Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, ensuring it is light and airy for folding later.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Stir the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and bloomed gelatin into the melted chocolate carefully, mixing until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
  5. Fold in Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture with a spatula, taking care not to deflate the cream, to keep the pudding light and fluffy.
  6. Chill to Set: Spoon the finished pudding mixture into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set and chilled before serving.

Notes

  • Use dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for a rich and intense flavor.
  • Ensure gelatin is fully bloomed to avoid lumps and achieve proper setting.
  • Whip the cream to soft peaks for best texture when folding.
  • This pudding can be prepared a day ahead and kept refrigerated tightly covered.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use a gelatin alternative like agar agar.

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