Triple Chocolate Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt.
2. 2
   In a thin stream, pour in the milk whisking until smooth.
3. 3
   In a thin stream, add in the half-and-half and whisk until smooth.
4. 4
   Pour the mixture through a fine sieve or chinois into a saucepan.
5. 5
   Over medium heat, whisking the mixture constantly, bring to a boil.
6. 6
   Boil gently 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Turn off the heat and stir in the bittersweet chocolate and vanilla extract.
8. 8
   Transfer the custard to a mixing bowl.
9. 9
   Fill a large bowl with ice cubes, rest the mixing bowl on top, and add cold water to cover the ice cubes.
10. 10
    Let the mixture cool, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, about 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Fold in the white chocolate and pour the mixture into 1-cup ramekins, cups or mugs.
12. 12
    Refrigerate until well chilled.
13. 13
    Serve cold with dollops of whipped cream.