It’s so good, so rich and velvety, that it’s difficult to believe it only has three ingredients! Yes, this creamy pudding has just three ingredients - dark chocolate, coconut milk, and a touch of sweetener! It is ridiculously easy to make, and the result is decadent and rich, with a velvety mouthfeel. I especially appreciate the fact that this tasty keto dessert requires no cooking beyond briefly heating up the ingredients. Most pudding recipes require quite a bit of work. Not this one!
Ingredients
You’ll only need three simple ingredients to make this keto pudding. How great is this ultra-short ingredients list! The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here’s an overview of what you’ll need: Extra dark chocolate: I like to use Lindt 90% cacao. You can use whatever chocolate you like, but make sure it’s high-quality. Obviously, the darker the better. Sometimes I use Lindt 70% and then I omit the sweetener. Unsweetened canned coconut milk: Make sure it’s well-blended and also makes sure it’s full-fat. The reduced-fat milk is not very good both in terms of flavor and in terms of texture. Sweetener: I like to use stevia glycerite. You can use a granulated sweetener if you prefer. It might be best to use a powdered sweetener, though, for a truly smooth texture.
Instructions
Making this keto pudding is easy! Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps: Heat the ingredients over medium heat until the chocolate melts. I do it on the stovetop. Remove the mixture from the heat and whisk it until it’s smooth. I simply use a hand whisk. No need for any fancy equipment! Divide the mixture between ramekins and chill it for at least two hours (but preferably longer) before serving.
Expert tip
While it might be tempting to heat the pudding over high heat, please refrain from doing so. It’s best to be patient and heat the ingredients over medium heat.
Frequently asked questions
Variations
You can vary this recipe by adding different flavor extracts. Good candidates include vanilla extract, coconut extract, almond extract, and orange extract.Sometimes I measure out the coconut milk, then remove 1 tablespoon and add a tablespoon of brandy instead.
Serving suggestions
This keto pudding is wonderful all on its own, and that’s how I usually serve it. But in case you want to be fancy, here are a few interesting options for you:
Top it with keto whipped cream as I do in the video below, or with chocolate whipped cream.Top it with fresh berries.Scatter dark chocolate shavings or a few dark chocolate chips on top.Heat a teaspoon of peanut butter and drizzle it on top.Melt a square of extra-dark chocolate and drizzle it on top.
Storing leftovers
You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 4 days. Remove them from the fridge 30 minutes before serving them. Chocolate is always better at room temperature.
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