Microwave Chocolate Pudding
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Microwave Chocolate Pudding
Nothing hits the spot better on a cold, rainy day than this creamy, rich, homemade pudding. Made with 2% milk and cocoa powder, this low fat version of the classic dessert is the perfect comfort food.
Yield
Makes 4 (1/3-cup) servings
Ingredients
1/4 | cup unsweetened cocoa powder |
2 | tablespoons cornstarch |
1-1/2 | cups reduced-fat (2%) milk |
6 | to 8 packets sugar substitute or equivalent of 1/3 cup sugar |
1 | teaspoon vanilla |
1/8 | teaspoon ground cinnamon |
Assorted small candies (optional) |
Preparation
- Combine cocoa powder and cornstarch in medium microwavable bowl or 1-quart glass measure. Gradually add milk, stirring with wire whisk until well blended.
- Microwave on HIGH 2 minutes; stir. Microwave on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 minutes or until thickened, stirring every 1-1/2 minutes.
- Stir in sugar substitute, vanilla and cinnamon, if desired. Let stand at least 5 minutes before serving, stirring occasionally to prevent skin from forming. Serve warm or chilled. Garnish with candies just before serving, if desired.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size: | 1/3 cup (without candies) |
Calories | 139 |
Calories from Fat | 14 % |
Total Fat | 2 g |
Saturated Fat | 1 g |
Cholesterol | 7 mg |
Carbohydrate | 28 g |
Fiber | <1 g |
Protein | 4 g |
Sodium | 50 mg |
Dietary Exchange
Starch | 1 |
Milk | 1/2 |
Fat | 1/2 |
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