Budino al Cioccolato
Serves 4
5 mins prep
10 mins cook
120 mins Chilling Time
135 mins total
A rich, luxurious chocolate Italian pudding served with espresso whipped cream.
Combine 1 cup of whole milk and 3/4 cup of heavy cream with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon of natural unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of espresso powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and 5 egg yolks in a small saucepan over medium heat
Place 4 ounces of chopped dark chocolate, 4 ounces of chopped milk chocolate and 1 tablespoon of butter into a large bowl and set aside for now
As soon as the milk mixture in the saucepan begins to steam, reduce the heat to medium low and cook while whisking for about 8 minutes or until the mixture thickens
Pour the thickened milk mixture over the chopped chocolate and butter
Whisk until the chocolate is melted and all of the ingredients are fully incorporated
Divide the mixture between four 8 ounce ramekins or six 6 ounce ramekins
Chill the budino covered with a paper towel for 2 or more hours before serving
Garnish with espresso whipped cream and chocolate shavings (optional)
