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

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!

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.

CSN

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

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.

Golddogs

if you are dairy intolerant or simply avoiding it, this is a great alternative with great consistency and gorgeous deep chocolate color. That said, it tastes a bit thin to me, even after adding a bit more sea salt and vanilla. I used Droste cocoa and Lindt 70% chocolate. Give me a pudding made with milk and eggs any day.

Suzy Q

Based on the rave reviews I had high hopes for this pudding, but I was sorely disappointed. The recipe in my ancient Better Homes and Gardens, while a little more work, is so much richer and tastier.

Allison

This recipe makes great fudgesicles too. Pour into popsicle molds and freeze.

Robin

I followed the recipe and ended up with slightly lumpy chocolate soup. Not sure where I went wrong. Love the flavor though. It's great in my coffee. Wish I had some churros...

Edie

This recipe merits all the accolades!! Super delicious

Christina

This turned out fabulous. I plan to make this my go to chocolate pudding recipe. I did boil the mixture for 1 1/2 minutes before adding the chopped chocolate.

Anlod

As per a reader comment, may sub double the amount of tapioca starch (or arrowroot starch?) for cornstarch

Ann Daniels

Just made this - again - last night, this time adding some cinnamon. I always add extra salt to offset the sweetness and richness. This is now my go to dessert for company or sick friends! Mixing tip to avoid cornstarch lumps: combine the dry ingredients in a bowl and then sift together into the pot.

barry

Can I substitute coconut milk- I always have some on hand- usually opem another recipe

Jayne

Well, wanting to use up the oat milk my vegetarian son left, and reading the recipe only took 15 minutes, i jumped in. However, as I’m stirring the mixture I see I missed the fact I would need to add bittersweet chocolate. Not wanting to waste the already started pudding, I chopped up 2.5 ounces of unsweetened chocolate, then added three of those little Ghiradelli dark chocolate sea salt caramel squares. Delicious!

Bobbi

Could one sub cashew milk for the oatmilk???

Deb Onley

Has anyone tried making it start to finish in a VitaMix? Thinking one could do homemade oat milk and proceed from there just using the VitaMix friction heat function to “cook” it….

ABV

Will this work with a higher cacao percentage?

Fun in kitchen

Oh my! Delicious. It does take a little longer on the stove but so worth it. My first time using oat milk.

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!

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Oat Milk Chocolate Pudding Recipe (2024)

FAQs

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

Here, nondairy milk is swapped in for the milk and the cream with equally wonderful results. When developing this recipe, we found that oat milk created a pudding with the plushest texture. Soy, almond and coconut milks work, too, although they might impart their own flavor and the pudding texture may vary.

Does oat milk thicken like 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.

Can you whip up oat milk? ›

Oat milk whipped cream is a plant-based alternative to traditional dairy whipped cream. It is made by whipping or aerating oat milk until it reaches a light and fluffy consistency that is perfect for topping pies, cakes, and more.

How to use non-dairy milk in instant pudding? ›

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.

How to thicken instant pudding made with oat milk? ›

Cornstarch - This is used to thicken the pudding. I did a test with arrowroot powder and it gave the oat milk pudding a slightly different texture.

Can you make Jell-O pudding with oat milk? ›

Jello pudding will set with oat milk as long as you use the right ratios.

How much oat milk to substitute for milk? ›

Using Oat Milk for Baking

A 1:1 ratio of cow's milk to “original” (not extra creamy) is key. You can manipulate the texture and thickness of oat milk with water or neutral-tasting oils such as grapeseed oil. Sweetened or flavored oat beverages should be used sparingly because they will affect the flavor.

What makes oat milk extra 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.

What are the pros and cons of homemade oat milk? ›

Pros - Making oat milk at home is super affordable and can be made in just about 5 minutes because you don't have to soak the oats ahead of time. Cons - You can't warm up homemade oat milk or use it in things like coffee or hot chocolate.

Why can't you froth oat milk? ›

The short answer is yes, you can froth oat milk for lattes and other coffeehouse beverages using a standard milk frother. In fact, oat milk is a great alternative to dairy milk because it gives you the same creamy “mouthfeel” and rich taste.

How to make oat milk into heavy cream? ›

How to Make It With Cornstarch
  1. Pour 1 cup oat milk into a mixing bowl.
  2. Start by adding 2 tbsp. corn starch, and add more if needed for thickness.
  3. Mix with a whisk.
  4. Whisk in a small amount of sugar, agave, maple syrup, or vanilla extract if a sweet taste is desired.
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What is the best non-dairy milk for pudding? ›

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 Cool Whip dairy free? ›

From its introduction, Cool Whip was labeled and advertised as non-dairy, but as of 2018 it contains skimmed milk and sodium caseinate, a milk derivative. Even before the skimmed milk was introduced, Cool Whip was classified in Jewish dietary traditions as dairy because of the sodium caseinate.

How do I substitute oat milk for milk? ›

As for savory recipes, fat content matters slightly less so—unless, of course, the desired effect is maximal creaminess. But still, be sure to call in an unsweetened, unflavored oat milk. Swapped in 1:1 for whole milk or water, oat milk will do just fine whisked into a roux for baked pastas, stews, and sauces.

What non-dairy milk can be used for pudding? ›

Learn how to make instant pudding from a box using three of the most common non-dairy milk options, oat milk, almond milk, and coconut milk. Learn which has the thickest texture, the smoothest texture, and the best flavor!

Will instant pudding set with almond milk? ›

Yes, jello pudding will set with almond milk as long as you use the right ratios. For JELL-O Instant Puddings, use 1 1/2 cup cold almond milk. For JELL-O Cook & Serve Pudding with refrigerated almond milks, use 1 1/2 cups of almond milk.

Why do you use oat milk instead of milk? ›

Oat milk contains a good quantity of fatty acids, protein, minerals, vitamins, dietary fiber, and a variety of micronutrients and provides several health benefits, as it reduces blood sugar, lowers cholesterol, and prevents cancer (Jeske et al., 2018). Therefore, oats are a promising alternative to traditional milk.

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