Chocolate Pudding Recipe (Quick Stovetop)

In a saucepan, whisk together the dry milk powder, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and chocolate pudding mix. Break up any lumps before adding liquid.

Pour in the milk a little at a time, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth. Set the pan over medium heat.

Keep whisking as it heats up. As it nears a simmer, it will thicken; scrape the bottom and sides so it doesn’t stick, then cook 2–3 minutes more while whisking.

Take off the heat and stir in the vanilla and butter. Whisk until the butter fully melts for a silkier pudding.

Divide into serving bowls. If you want to prevent a skin, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface. Cool, then refrigerate until set and serve.