Oat Milk Chocolate Pudding Recipe (2024)

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Tobias

Why would anyone want to prevent skin from forming on top? Pudding-skin is the best thing ever!

Andy Milder

I would recommend sifting the dry ingredients to prevent clumping when integrating into the oat milk. Delicious pudding!

Bob Hewis

Adding the zest of one orange with the chopped chocolate makes this already delicious dessert just that bit more luxurious!

Whirlyball

To make oat milk for the recipe: 2 cups of water and 30 grams of dry oats. Blend on high for 2 minutes in a Vitamix and ready to go. Don't need to soak oats or filter milk. It ends up nice and smooth in the end. YUM!

Anne H.

There aren’t enough stars. I don’t want to eat anything else. I’m not going to brush my teeth.

EVR_NH

I so appreciate this as the mom of two dairy-free littles. I sprinkled some flaked sea salt on my husband’s and my bowls, but could also see a good addition of some chili and cinnamon as well. I also used a silicone-coated whisk to prevent clumping. Worked great.

Julia

Borrowed a tip from Ina Garten and added a little espresso powder (1/4 teaspoon) to bring out even more chocolate flavor. Yum!

RoLo

Cornstarch needs boiling temp + time to fully activate, so after the mixture gets to the "coating back of spoon" stage (5-10 min), I actually let it come to a fairly vigorous boil and constantly stir/monitor for at least 2 full minutes at that boil. I've made this numerous times and get chocolate soup every 3rd time because I forget about this step, which isn't specified in the recipe.

joel

Holy Mother of God that’s delicious! A wonderful way to celebrate losing ten lbs!

Jacqueline

This got rave reviews from husband who loves chocolate pudding but is allergic to dairy. Consistency with oat milk is incredibly creamy but the dessert has none of the unpleasant aftertaste of some other dairy alternatives. It tastes like essence of chocolate - I used Valrhona 70% for the bar chocolate and Trader Joe's 100% cocoa for the powder. I think the quality of chocolate is paramount in this recipe as the taste is so forward, unmasked by cream, eggs or other additions. Not too sweet!

Maryan Jaross

Thanks to Andy and EVR!I "sifted" the dry ingredients in a mini Cuisinart which I then used to chop the TCHO bittersweet chocolate, which is 66%. Per the Tip, I decided to go for the 4 iz but could have done 3.5. I used the silicone whisk in a non-stick pot so clean-up was easy.I used a combination of cashew almond milk I had on hand and the results were absolutely delicious! First time this lactose-free woman has had chocolate pudding in 35 years! What a treat!

CSN

Saw this and 15 min later, it was done. It’s THAT easy and quick.

RoLo

No - that distinction only matters when baking with leavening agents (Dutch is often paired with baking powder, natural is paired with baking soda). You can use either cocoa here successfully, but the taste of each will be different - Dutch is mellower and deeper (like the cookie part of Oreos), natural is more conventional, like what those of us who grew up in the U.S. expected "chocolate" flavor to taste like (Hershey's). Some companies even offer a blend of Dutch and natural, like Penzey's.

Laura

Inspired by Magnolia’s pumpkin gingersnap banana pudding and the abundance of oat milk on hand, I made this recipe but nixed the cocoa powdered and chocolate, instead adding a few spoonfuls of canned pumpkin, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and nutmeg. So easy, so amazing.

Brian

OMG this was so easy and amazing! Adding the oat milk in a bit at a time to the dry ingredients will allow it to incorporate more easily without need for sifting. Didn't realize we were out of corn starch so subbed double the amount of tapioca starch. It thickened well and is very smooth and creamy.

Denver Fanta

I wish I liked this anywhere near as much as everyone else did! Too intensely chocolatey and not sweet enough for our family. Good texture, though!

Heather

If I were rich and indifferent of gossip I’d fill a swimming pool with this pudding and insist on swimming alone.

Super quick and easy dairy free chocolate pudding!

This pudding is delightfully rich and sinful tasting with the bittersweet chocolate. I thought my four-year-old might not go for it, because there was still quite a bit of bitterness, which I love, but he didn’t seem bothered by it at all. Threw a little dollop of whipped cream on there while he was waiting for it to cool, and that also seemed to help. This pudding is delightfully rich and sinful tasting with the bittersweet chocolate. I thought my four-year-old might not go for it, because ther

Helga

I’m not even a chocolate lover and I think this recipe is amazing. I added the espresso powder and subbed half of the sugar with monk fruit. Came out fantastic and I’ll make it again. I made my own oat milk which I’ve not done before.

Betsy

Great, easy dessert. Next time, I'll cut sugar to 1/4 c and use 3 ounces of bar chocolate. Other readers' suggestions about using a mini processor to blend ingredients and mixing the cornstarch with 1/4 c of oat milk were spot-on--thank you.

Ava

You can taste the oat milk, so if you prefer the flavor of coconut or almond go with that. It’s a really delicious and amazingly simple recipe. It set easily without a long chill time. I ate mine with raspberries.

ally v

Just wanted a good chocolate pudding recipe even though I'm not nondairy, can confirm this works great with regular 2% milk!

LeiaI

Mine came out a little gummy . What did I do wrong ?

Anne

Overrated. It's just like less sweet vegan chocolate ganache. It's nice but it's not wow

Jwal

Not a vegan but this was the best. Texture and flavor were both so good. Did not miss the cow milk. Really easy to make and to clean up.

Halcyon Hibiscus

Wow, this is amazingly delicious! No need to ever go back to dairy. Next time I'll add a bit of espresso to amp it up.

patty

Love this! Here it is. Yes.

MarSon

To be consistent with the dairy free ingredients, served with slightly sweetened plant based whipped ‘cream’ (Country Crock) and a dusting of espresso powder (DeLallo) on top. Oh man ..

Maura

very forgiving recipe. i used almond milk and, for a mexican hot chocolate flair, some spices that i had on hand like cinnamon, nutmeg, chile. added a little extra cornstarch when it looked too soupy after adding the chocolate. as suggested below, i let the cornstartch cook for two minutes before taking off the heat. yum.

S

Outrageously delicious. I added some ancho chile powder to give it a tiny bit of heat.

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Oat Milk Chocolate Pudding Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can I use oat milk instead of milk in pudding? ›

The base ingredients for most Jell-O brand instant puddings are dairy-free as well as vegan. By using a non-dairy milk such as coconut, almond, or oat milk you keep this simple instant pudding dairy-free/ vegan.

How do you thicken pudding with oat milk? ›

The oat milk is simply paired with some healthy antioxidant-rich raw cacao powder, maple syrup and a little cornstarch to thicken the mixture: all done so easily, quickly and without much of a fuss.

What is the best non dairy milk for pudding? ›

Coconut milk. Coconut milk is one of the best substitutes for regular milk in instant pudding. It is rich and creamy, providing the perfect texture for a smooth and creamy pudding. Try this dairy-free pumpkin pie pudding.

Is oat milk chocolate healthy? ›

As Hershey has figured out, it also seems to be a great milk for confections like chocolate. People enjoy oat milk because of its creamy texture and versatility, but it can also provide a little nutrition boost: Unlike other dairy-free milk options, oat milk has some fiber and iron.

Why won t my pudding set with oat milk? ›

This is because you cannot replace milk with oat milk at a 1-to-1 ratio when making instant pudding. However, you may still notice instant pudding made with oat milk sets differently and has a slightly different texture and flavor than regular pudding.

Will pudding thicken with oat milk? ›

It will thicken as it cools.

What makes extra creamy oat milk creamy? ›

The secret ingredient to making creamy oat milk? Drumroll please... after testing I found that adding ¼ unsweetened shredded coconut made the oat milk extra rich and creamy! You do not taste the coconut flavor, it's just a quick simple hack that really takes this oat milk recipe to the next level.

Why is my homemade oat milk gooey? ›

Over-blending can make the oat milk slimy in texture, which is why we recommend blending for about 30-45 seconds. Soaking your oats can also make the oats more prone to sliminess. Just add to the blender with water and blend! Sometimes heating your oat milk can make it become slimy, so we don't recommend it.

What is used to thicken oat milk? ›

If you want your oatmilk to be thicker, similar to what you purchase in the store, you will need an added gum. Xanthan gum works great to thicken cold liquids and you don't need much for a batch.

Why can't you use almond milk in instant pudding? ›

Regular instant pudding usually won't set with almond milk because the pudding mix is formulated to work with the specific proteins in cow's milk.

Will Jello pudding set with non-dairy milk? ›

To make Jell-O pudding with almond milk, whisk the Cook & Serve pudding mix into 2 cups of refrigerated unsweetened almond milk in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil on medium heat, whisking constantly. Remove from heat and let sit untouched for at least 5 minutes.

What is the closest non-dairy milk that taste like milk? ›

The demand for soy milk comes from its creamy texture and slightly nutty flavor, making it an excellent cooking and baking ingredient. It's the closest drink that resembles cow's milk, per a taste test and online public sentiment.

Which is healthiest oat or almond milk? ›

1. Dietary Needs. If you're trying to lose weight or if you're diabetic, almond milk might be a good choice due to its low calorie and carb content. But if you're looking to manage cholesterol or want a filling drink, oat milk wins due to its high fiber content.

Is oat milk better or worse for you? ›

Nutrition and Oat Milk

Compared to other nondairy options like almond and rice milk, oat milk has more fiber (about 2 grams per cup) and protein (3 grams). But it's also higher in calories (120 per cup) and carbs (16 grams). If you prefer a lower-carb milk alternative, almond milk may be a better choice.

What does oat milk chocolate taste like? ›

Chocolate made with oat milk has a rich, creamy texture much like milk chocolate. Since oats typically have a milder flavor than nuts, oat milk imparts very little additional flavor to the chocolate, allowing the cocoa bean flavor to shine. The oats do give a slight malty, cereal flavor to the chocolate.

How do I substitute oat milk for milk? ›

Using Oat Milk for Baking
  1. A 1:1 ratio of cow's milk to “original” (not extra creamy) is key.
  2. You can manipulate the texture and thickness of oat milk with water or neutral-tasting oils such as grapeseed oil.
  3. Sweetened or flavored oat beverages should be used sparingly because they will affect the flavor.
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Can you replace milk with oat milk in a recipe? ›

Uses: Oat milk is a good substitute for cow's milk in both sweet and savory dishes. In addition to drinking it straight from the glass, oat milk is recommended for your morning cereal; smoothies; baked goods; curries; lighter cream soups and sauces; and mashed potatoes.

How do I substitute oat milk for regular milk? ›

Oat Milk. If you need a non-dairy substitute for whole milk without changing the flavor of your dish, you can swap your whole milk for oat milk in a 1:1 ratio. It works great for cooking, baking, and adding to smoothies and coffee drinks. Oat milk can get frothy so keep that in mind when using it in your recipes.

How do I substitute oat milk for whole milk? ›

Thanks to its creamy consistency, oat milk makes a surprisingly hearty stand-in for whole milk in most baking recipes — just stick to the same 1:1 ratio. The slight oat flavor works particularly well in blueberry muffins, as it provides a nice contrast to the tart blueberries.

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