Chocolate Pudding with Whipped Cream

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk granulated sugar, cornstarch, cocoa, and salt in a medium pan.
2. 2
   Whisk in milk and yolks.
3. 3
   Cook over medium-low heat, whisking, until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Add chocolate and butter; whisk until melted.
6. 6
   Pour pudding through a sieve into a heatproof bowl set in an ice-water bath.
7. 7
   To prevent a skin from forming, press plastic wrap directly onto surface.
8. 8
   Refrigerate, stirring occasionally, until cold and set, about 40 minutes (up to 2 days).
9. 9
   Whip cream and confectioners' sugar in a medium bowl until soft peaks form.
10. 10
    Divide cold pudding among 4 bowls, and serve with whipped cream.
11. 11
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