Description
Creamy keto pudding delights low-carb dessert enthusiasts with its silky smooth texture and rich chocolate flavor. Indulgent yet guilt-free, this simple recipe offers a perfect sweet treat that satisfies cravings without compromising dietary goals.
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) heavy cream
- ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
Sweeteners:
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) granulated stevia or preferred low-carb sweetener
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons (7.5 ml) unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare a saucepan and set it over medium-low heat, creating a smooth foundation for the keto pudding by gently whisking together heavy cream, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Continue stirring the mixture consistently, allowing it to warm and blend harmoniously until tiny bubbles emerge around the edges, indicating the ingredients are melding perfectly.
- Gradually sprinkle unflavored gelatin powder across the surface, whisking vigorously to ensure complete dissolution without creating lumps or clumps in the developing pudding.
- Maintain a careful temperature, preventing the mixture from reaching a full boil, which could compromise the delicate texture and smooth consistency of the dessert.
- Transfer the silky liquid pudding into individual serving containers or a single large dish, pressing plastic wrap directly against the surface to block potential skin formation during chilling.
- Refrigerate the pudding for a minimum of two hours, allowing the gelatin to set and transform the liquid into a decadent, creamy dessert with a luxurious mouthfeel.
- After chilling, remove the pudding from the refrigerator and enhance its presentation with optional toppings like sugar-free whipped cream or a scattering of fresh berries for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- Whisk ingredients gently to prevent scorching and ensure a smooth, creamy texture without lumps.
- Keep heat low and consistent to avoid burning the pudding or causing gelatin to break down, which can make the dessert grainy.
- Use powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener for the most natural keto-friendly sweetness without aftertaste.
- Experiment with flavor variations by adding sugar-free extracts like almond, mint, or orange to customize the pudding’s taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 27 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg