Rich Chocolate Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, espresso powder (if using), cinnamon, salt, and 1/2 cup of the milk in medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Pour remaining milk into sugar mixture while whisking.
3. 3
   Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
4. 4
   Simmer, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
5. 5
   Beat egg lightly in small bowl.
6. 6
   Pour in 1 cup of the hot milk mixture while whisking.
7. 7
   Pour egg mixture back into pan.
8. 8
   Cook over medium-low heat, stirring, 2 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove pan from heat.
10. 10
    Add chocolate.
11. 11
    Whisk until mixture is smooth.
12. 12
    Stir in vanilla extract.
13. 13
    Pour mixture into 4 serving dishes.
14. 14
    Chill 2 hours or overnight, covered.