Chocolate Pudding with Toppers

Yield: 6 servings

Pudding

• ½ cup sugar
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 2½ cups 1% low-fat milk
• ½ cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings (Optional)

• Chopped nuts
• Granola
• Fresh fruit such as blueberries, raspberries, sliced bananas, sliced strawberries
• Whipped light cream

Procedure

1. Whisk together the sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan.
2. Gradually whisk in the milk until well blended.
3. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
4. Reduce the heat and continue to simmer and stir gently until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
5. Remove from the heat and stir in the yogurt and vanilla.
6. Spoon the mixture into six individual serving bowls.
7. Cover with plastic wrap or wax paper (to prevent a film from forming) and chill for at least 1 hour.
8. Sprinkle with toppings as desired and serve.

Credits

Recipe courtesy The Moms' Guide to Meal Makeovers.