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Home » Desserts » Decadent Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding.

Decadent Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding.

Apr 11, 2019 · Modified: Nov 3, 2022 by Kelly Roenicke · 16 Comments

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vegan chocolate pudding

This dairy free chocolate pudding is creamy and rich – you won’t miss the dairy at all with this sweet treat! This is the perfect easy dessert recipe to try if you are new to a dairy free diet.

dairy free gluten free chocolate pudding

Do you remember what you used to pack in your lunch when you were growing up? The special treats that you looked forward to when you sat down in the cafeteria?

I used to love Jello chocolate pudding cups. I didn’t have them all the time, it was more of a treat, but those were my favorite.

My children have never had a pudding cup, because they aren’t safe for them, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t still have delicious dairy free chocolate pudding.

In fact, this homemade pudding is so much richer and more chocolatey than the little store-bought pudding cups. It’s made with just a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. It’s creamy, delicious, and just right when topped with whipped coconut cream. Kids and adults love this decadent dessert.

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creamy vegan chocolate pudding

Ingredient Notes

  • Non-Dairy Milk – I think most neutral tasting non-dairy milks would work well in this recipe. Use the one that is safe for your dietary needs. A neutral tasting milk like rice milk, coconut milk, or soy milk will give a good result. Stronger tasting milks like hemp milk or flax milk may not work as well.
  • Cornstarch – The best thickeners are corn starch, tapioca starch, or potato starch. I like using cornstarch, but if you can’t have corn, you can try tapioca or potato starch. You could even use gluten free flour in a pinch – just whisk it well to remove any lumps.
  • Sugar – I used organic cane sugar. You could use regular granulated sugar or coconut sugar. Coconut sugar will change the flavor of this pudding slightly.
  • Dairy Free Chocolate Chips – Enjoy Life and PASCHA Chocolate both make delicious dairy free and allergy friendly chocolate chips. I prefer dark chocolate chips for a richer tasting pudding.

Step by Step Instructions

  1. Place the dry ingredients in a heavy-bottomed pan and whisk together.
dry ingredients for chocolate pudding
  1. Add the non-dairy milk one cup at a time, stirring well to avoid lumps.
chocolate pudding before it thickens
  1. Cook the pudding over medium heat until it is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
cooking dairy free chocolate pudding
  1. Reduce the heat to low and add the chocolate chips and vanilla extract.
adding chocolate chips to chocolate pudding
  1. Stir until the chocolate chips are melted.
dairy free chocolate pudding in a pot
  1. Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for three hours. When you’re ready to serve it, spoon into bowls and cups and top with whipped topping and chocolate shavings if you like.
vegan chocolate pudding in glass cups

Tips for Success

  • Use a heavy bottomed saucepan so that the ingredients don’t scorch
  • Make sure you stir constantly while cooking to reduce any lumps
  • If you don’t want a skin to form on top of the pudding, press a piece of plastic wrap on top of the pudding as it cools

Toppings

  • fresh berries
  • So Delicious Coco Whip or another dairy free whipped topping
  • sprinkles
  • toasted coconut flakes
dairy free vegan chocolate pudding topped with whipped coconut topping

More Pudding Recipes

  • Chocolate Avocado Pudding
  • Chocolate Pudding Pie
  • Vegan Banana Cream Pie

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Recipe

creamy dairy free chocolate pudding
4.86 from 7 votes
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Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding.

Creamy, rich, and delicious, this dairy free chocolate pudding is a treat that you’ll make again and again!

Course Dessert
Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.
Keyword creamy, rich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 298 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup corn starch or tapioca starch
  • ½ cup organic cane sugar
  • 6 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 cups non-dairy milk I used So Delicious Unsweetened Coconut Milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dairy free chocolate chips
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the corn starch, organic cane sugar, and cocoa powder in a heavy bottomed pot. 

  2. Add the non-dairy milk one cup at a time, stirring well to reduce any lumps. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly as the pudding thickens.

  3. Once it is thick enough to coat a spoon, stir in the dairy free chocolate chips and vanilla and reduce the heat to low. Stir to make sure the chocolate chips melt.

  4. Pour the pudding into a heat safe glass bowl and let it cool for about an hour, then transfer to the refrigerator. If you want to avoid a skin forming on the top of the pudding, place plastic wrap directly on top of the pudding. 

  5. Let it cool in the refrigerator for at least three hours, then enjoy!

Recipe Notes

This pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Use any non-dairy milk that works for your dietary needs. Neutral tasting milk will be the best choice.

I haven’t tried making this recipe with any artificial sweeteners. It might work with a cup for cup replacement like Swerve, but I haven’t tried that.

Nutrition Facts
Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding.
Amount per Serving
Calories
298
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Cholesterol
 
4
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
81
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
226
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
49
g
16
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
38
g
42
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
320
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
191
mg
19
%
Iron
 
1.6
mg
9
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. TANYA

    July 03, 2021 at 3:34 am

    5 stars
    Fantastic and so easy!

    Reply
  2. Connie

    April 17, 2021 at 7:50 pm

    4 stars
    This was very good, though calories are pretty high. I used silk almond milk unsweetened; 30 calories per cup. I also cut back on the chocolate chips, by a 1/4 cup. And it was still very good.

    Reply
  3. Michele

    February 14, 2021 at 6:25 pm

    5 stars
    Used 1 can of coconut milk and then the rest almond milk up to 3 cups. Used the coconut milk for extra richness and creaminess. I used espresso chocolate chips. It is absolutely amazing and you don’t miss the dairy at all. We ate it after an hour of chilling because it was too good to wait any longer.

    Reply
  4. Harley

    April 27, 2020 at 5:53 pm

    5 stars
    Super super yummy!! Tastes exactly like chocolate pudding, I’ve missed chocolate since going gluten and dairy free. No film ever appeared on top during cooling. No amount of time for stirring is specified, I stirred it for around 7 minutes until it was thick enough. The chocolate chips will melt if put in the pudding while it’s still hot, so I’d recommend putting them in a little later. Lasted about a week in the fridge. Definitely will make again (:

    Reply
  5. Tina R

    November 13, 2019 at 10:48 pm

    I am VERY new to this! What would be a “neutral” flavor non-dairy milk?

    Reply
    • Harley

      April 27, 2020 at 5:54 pm

      I used unsweetened almond milk, it was super yummy with it!

      Reply
  6. Char R

    August 02, 2019 at 12:29 am

    Could I use coconut sugar instead of the cane sugar in the df chocolate pudding recipe?
    Thank you=e
    Char in Wi.

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      September 11, 2019 at 4:41 pm

      That should work fine!

      Reply
  7. Sparkie

    July 20, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much. My first dairy free pudding. It
    is So good I started eating it before it was cold. Thanks for taking the time to post this delicious recipe

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      July 24, 2018 at 11:38 am

      So happy you liked it, thank you for letting me know!

      Reply
  8. Kathy

    June 26, 2018 at 10:51 am

    5 stars
    My son was on the top 8 allergen free diet. He’s gotten dairy back and is doing well. This pudding was so delicious that I make it anyway. It’s really rick and creamy and chocolaty! The tip about placing the plastic wrap on top was great. The skin kind of grosses me out.

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      July 02, 2018 at 12:25 pm

      I’m so happy that this was a hit! Thank you for letting me know!

      Reply
  9. Katie

    May 28, 2018 at 9:56 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe!

    Reply
  10. Eileen Rhoadarmer

    March 24, 2018 at 1:26 am

    This sounds great! And I love that it’s not dependent on coconut. Thanks!

    Reply
  11. Angelic

    July 24, 2017 at 11:12 am

    Hi are the nutrient facts based on one serving or if you ate all six servings… sorry I was a bit surprised at the calorie count.. just want to make sure.

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      July 24, 2017 at 11:42 am

      It is 299 calories per serving. The serving size is about 1/2 cup. It’s not low calorie due to the sugar and all the chocolate chips.

      Reply

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