Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

Indulge your sweet tooth with this luscious Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding—a creamy dessert that’s rich, decadent, and irresistibly smooth! Made with simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy peanut butter, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this silky pudding offers the perfect balance of deep chocolate flavor and nutty richness in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, this homemade treat is topped with a dollop of whipped cream and optional chopped peanuts for an added layer of texture and visual appeal. Whether served as a quick weeknight dessert or the star of your dinner party, this chilled pudding is a crowd-pleasing favorite for chocolate and peanut butter lovers alike. Perfect for satisfying cravings, this recipe is proof that indulgence can be effortless!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoons Chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until thoroughly combined.

Step 2

Gradually add the milk to the dry mixture, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken and comes to a gentle boil, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pudding reaches a thick, creamy consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately whisk in the peanut butter, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.

Step 6

Transfer the pudding to individual serving bowls or a large bowl. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to avoid a skin forming and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Refrigerate the pudding for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled and set.

Step 8

Prior to serving, top the pudding with whipped cream and garnish with chopped peanuts if desired.

Step 9

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1180.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2403.3

Total Fat 135.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 130.2mg	0%
Sodium 1107.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.1g	0%
Total Sugars 197.5g
Protein 76.3g	0%

Vitamin D 346.1IU	0%
Calcium 1081.5mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2903.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.9%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 42.5%