Craving pudding but don't trust the store-bought stuff? Try this microwave chocolate pudding instead. It requires only 6 ingredients, is ready in 10 minutes, and tastes out of this world delicious!
Combine the cocoa and cornstarch in a microwave safe bowl, then add milk and whisk mixture until well combined.
Microwave the chocolate mixture on high for two minutes, then stir it. Put it back into the microwave and cook for another three minutes, stirring every minute. The mixture should have the texture of pudding; if not, microwave it for another minute at a time until it thickens.
Add the sugar, vanilla and cinnamon into the warm mixture and stir well until all ingredients are combined well. Let the mixture stand for five minutes, then stir again.
Divide the pudding mixture into 4 small bowls or cups, top with sprinkles (optional), and dig in. You can served the pudding warm or cold. Store leftover pudding in the fridge.
Notes
I used 2% milk to make this, but it should work with the milk of your choice. Adjust ingredients to get the right texture. Add more cornstarch if it's watery, and more milk if it's too thick.Be sure to keep stirring the pudding mixture every 30 seconds to one minute while microwaving. This will ensure you get the right texture and don't burn the pudding.If you add sprinkles, be sure to check the labels to ensure they're gluten free. The sprinkles might melt if you put them on top of the warm or hot pudding.This makes 4 small cups of chocolate pudding. Double the recipe if you're sharing it with your family.