Is store bought pudding dairy free?

Unfortunately, most store bought puddings like pudding cups and snack packs aren't dairy free. There are a few select brands that make dairy free pudding, including Gogo Squeez and Wayfare Foods . Check the store locator on each website to see if these are available near you. Jell-O Instant Pudding Mix is dairy free, but it requires dairy milk to set properly. To easily make your own dairy free pudding, just use this recipe!

Can I make instant pudding with almond milk?

While there are many tips and tricks out there, making instant pudding with almond milk will result in a soft and runny pudding. For pudding to work with almond milk, it's best to heat the mixture and let it set . You can easily make dairy free pudding with unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk using a simple homemade recipe. You just need some cocoa powder, sugar, and a setting agent like arrowroot or cornstarch.

Can I make this pudding with coconut milk from a can?

Yes! You can use any dairy free milk with this recipe. If you use canned coconut milk, the end result will be much thicker and richer.

Can I swap arrowroot starch for cornstarch?

Yes! In general, you can swap arrowroot for cornstarch and vice versa. Both work great in this recipe.

Can I use dark chocolate chips?

You can! I have tested this with both semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips. While dark chocolate chips give it a deeper chocolate flavor, it still tastes great! Make sure to use dairy free chocolate chips, like Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips. The semi-sweet mini chips work great in this recipe!

Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding with Almond Milk

Name: Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding with Almond Milk
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 12 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ⅓ cup coconut sugar (or other granulated sugar); 3 tablespoons arrowroot starch; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; Pinch of sea salt; 2 ¼ cups unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy free milk); ⅔ cup chocolate chips*; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Recipe

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Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding with Almond Milk

Smooth, delicious, and perfectly creamy dairy free chocolate pudding made with almond milk or coconut milk! This homemade pudding recipe is way better than boxed varieties, and you only need six simple ingredients to make it.

Prep: 12Cook: 3 hoursTotal: 3 hours 12 minutes

Servings: 5 1x

Ingredients

⅓ cup coconut sugar (or other granulated sugar)
3 tablespoons arrowroot starch
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Pinch of sea salt
2 ¼ cups unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy free milk)
⅔ cup chocolate chips*
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Mix: In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut sugar, arrowroot starch, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until no clumps remain. Slowly pour the milk into the saucepan and whisk to combine.
Heat and Stir: Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk until the mixture is heated and no clumps remain. Add the chocolate chips and whisk until melted.
Simmer: Once the chocolate chips are melted, bring the mixture to a simmer. Whisk continually until the pudding has thickened and coats the back of a spoon, about 2-3 minutes. Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly, about 1-2 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and whisk to combine.
Transfer to Cups: Immediately transfer the pudding to individual serving cups. You can separate the mixture into five ½-cup servings, or three servings just over ¾-cup. Place food storage wrap directly on top of the pudding to prevent film from forming if desired. Let the pudding set in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
Serve: Top with chocolate shavings, coconut whipped cream, or fresh berries before serving. This pudding is best if eaten same day, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy!

Notes

*If you have a dairy allergy, make sure to use chocolate chips that are dairy free. I’ve successfully used a variety of chocolate chips in this recipe, but find semi-sweet chocolate chips like Enjoy Life Semi-Sweet Mini Chocolate Chips gives the best flavor.
You can swap cornstarch for arrowroot.
You can use any dairy free milk with this recipe. I’ve tested this with both almond and coconut milk from a carton, and canned coconut milk. If you use canned coconut milk, the end result will be much thicker and richer.
If the pudding hasn’t thickened after a couple of minutes of whisking, raise the temperature slightly so the pudding begins to simmer. Once it begins to simmer, whisk again and continue until it’s thickened.
While the film on top doesn’t bother me, you can place food storage wrap directly on top of the pudding to prevent skin from forming.
If you transfer the mixture to a single large glass bowl for storage, let the pudding cool in the refrigerator before placing a lid on top to let the steam dissipate.

Recipe By: Noelle Tarr, NTP, CPT

Find it online: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/dairy-free-chocolate-pudding/