Easy Microwave Chocolate Pudding Recipe - Creamy & Low-Fat

Microwave Chocolate Pudding

YIELD Makes 4 (1/3-cup) servings

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.

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:

1. Combine cocoa powder and cornstarch in medium microwavable bowl or 1-quart glass measure. Gradually add milk, stirring with wire whisk until well blended.
2. 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.
3. 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.

This recipe appears in: Custards & Puddings NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Serving Size: 1/3 cup (without candies) Sodium 50 mg Protein 4 g Fiber <1 g Carbohydrate 28 g Cholesterol 7 mg Saturated Fat 1 g Total Fat 2 g Calories from Fat 14 % Calories 139 DIETARY EXCHANGE: Fat 1/2 Milk 1/2 Starch 1