Who could resist a chocolate dessert? This smooth and rich chocolate pots recipe is incredibly simple and quick to assemble, requiring just 6 ingredients, + my daughter absolutely ADORES it!

Chocolate Pots Recipe
This chocolate pot recipe is my best friend when I am in a hurry to make a dessert that all my family loves.
Making this chocolate dessert couldn't be easier. Simply melt the chocolate in the hot milk along with the other ingredients, then chill it until set.
The secret to this recipe is the quality of the chocolate you use; the higher the quality, the better the results you will get.
This dessert is sure to be a hit; kids, as well as adults, love it. It is also suitable to serve at parties it is also good desserts to accompany tea or coffee.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Made with only 6 ingredients.
- This easy, no-bake chocolate dessert recipe will take just 5 minutes.
- It can be prepared ahead of time.
- It is egg-free and gluten-free.
- This elegant dessert is perfect for special occasions such as Valentine’s day, Mother's day and Christmas.

Ingredients
Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Chocolate: It is the base of this recipe and where the dessert gets much of its flavor. I used dark chocolate with 70% cocoa. You may use 50% cocoa if you want it sweeter.
Cornstarch: Also known as cornflour. This is mainly used as a thickening agent. It helps the combined ingredients to have a thick, custard-like texture.
White sugar (granulated): This is the main sweetening agent I use for this dessert.
Whole milk: You may use almond milk or coconut milk instead of whole milk; however, I highly recommend using whole milk becauseI highly recommend using whole milk because it adds a richer and creamier texture to this dessert.
Butter: It adds a silky texture and good flavor.
Vanilla extract: It gives the chocolate dessert its delectable aroma.
Whipped cream and cocoa powder (Optional): I used whipped cream and cocoa powder as toppings for the dessert.
How to Make Chocolate Pots?

One: In a medium saucepan, mix chopped chocolate, sugar, milk, and cornflour over medium-low heat until the chocolate melts and the mixture thickens.
Pro Tip: Make sure that you are melting the chocolate on low-medium heat, so you don’t burn it.
Two: Add the butter and vanilla extract and stir until combined.
Pro Tip: I highly recommend stirring constantly to prevent the chocolate and other ingredients from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Three: Divide the pudding evenly between 4 serving glasses or small cups and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.
Four: Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of some cocoa powder, then serve.

Recipe Variations
- You can also add infused flavor to your chocolate pots. You might want to add orange zest to infuse it with an orange flavor.
- You can also use some peppermint extract for that added minty flavor.
- Top your chocolate pudding with nuts and fresh fruit, like fresh raspberries or blueberries for an added healthy spin to this dessert.
- For an extra creamy texture, you may add half milk and half heavy cream (double cream) if you want. You can also use coconut cream.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, skip the butter and use non-dairy milk.

Storage
Fridge: you can keep the chocolate pots in the fridge. Just make sure to cover the pots in plastic. This dessert will be good for 4 to 5 days.
Make ahead: you can also make this dessert ahead of time. For best results, you can keep this in the fridge for about a day or two before serving.

Troubleshoot FAQs
The recipe works best when you use dark chocolate 70% cocoa. It might be that you’re using dark chocolate with 90% cocoa. It could also be that your chocolate is burned, make sure to heat the chocolate in low to medium heat.
You may add less cornstarch or more milk than the proper amount, which will cause your dessert to be runny. Also, I noticed that overheating the milk in the recipe will cause the texture of the dessert to become runny.
You added more chocolate in your mixture.
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Recipe Card
Easy chocolate pots
Ingredients
- 150 g dark chocolate , roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- whipped cream , topping
- pinch of cocoa powder , topping
Instructions
- In a saucepan, mix chocolate, sugar, milk and cornflour over medium heat until the chocolate melts and the mixture thickens.150 g dark chocolate, 2 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 cups whole milk, ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- Add the butter and vanilla extract, and stir until combined.2 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Divide the pudding evenly between 3 serving glasses and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle some cocoa powder on top, then serve.whipped cream, pinch of cocoa powder
Notes
- Make sure that you are melting/mixing the chocolate on low-medium heat so you don’t burn it.
- I highly recommend stirring constantly to prevent the chocolate and other ingredients from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Frances says
Can i use oat milk in making this recipe?
Radwa says
Yes, you can.
Clementine says
Wow! Looks delicious. I will try this recipe this weekend.