Creamy Italian Pudding
A rich and creamy dessert inspired by Italian flavors, perfect for warm weather. This pudding is light and refreshing, with a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 cups milk
- ●1/2 cup sugar
- ●3 large egg yolks
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●2 tsp cocoa powder
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, and cocoa powder.
- 2
Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a simmer.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and vanilla extract.
- 4
Temper the egg yolks by slowly pouring the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
- 5
Return the saucepan to medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Remove from heat and stir in the outstandingly rich Italian cream.
- 7
Strain the pudding into individual serving cups and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- 8
Serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder if desired.