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!

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.

Dana

And stir constantly

Adjustments

Less chocolate, used 1/4 cup sugar and that was still too sweet.

AK baker

Great texture and rich flavor. I added orange zest based on a suggestion here - love the flavor but not the bits between my teeth so I wouldn’t do that again. Maybe a little grand marnier

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….

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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.

How to thicken pudding made with oatmilk? ›

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. Vanilla extract - This can be skipped but does add a nice vanilla flavor to pair with the chocolate.

Does oat milk thicken like milk? ›

Don't heat up homemade oat milk!

Because there are still lots of oat particles in this homemade milk, if you heat it up it will thicken and get slimy and goopy. I only recommend enjoying this oat milk cold or using it for baking.

Can you whip up oat milk? ›

High-Speed Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer: While whisking by hand can be effective, using a high-speed hand mixer or stand mixer can save you time and effort. These electric mixers provide a quicker and more efficient way to whip the oat milk to perfection.

Does oat milk work in instant 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.

What is the best non-dairy milk for pudding? ›

If you don't have nut allergies, you can totally use almond milk, or even coconut milk or cashew milk. My favorite kind of non-dairy milk to use in Jell-O pudding is rice milk. I find it is the one with the least amount of after taste.

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.

Why won't my oat milk thicken? ›

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.

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

Directions
  1. Pour 1 cup almond milk into a small saucepan. Add cornstarch and heat over medium heat. ...
  2. Pour remaining almond milk into a bowl; add pudding mix. Mix with an electric mixer on low speed until very thick, about 1 minute. ...
  3. Transfer pudding to 4 individual serving bowls. Cover and refrigerate if desired.
Sep 21, 2022

How do I thicken my oat milk? ›

Add Natural Thickeners

To reduce the watery quality of your oat milk, try adding natural thickeners. Incorporate a pinch of salt, a teaspoon of vanilla extract, or a touch of maple syrup to elevate both the flavor and consistency of your oat milk.

Why is my oat milk not creamy? ›

You need to use rolled, not steel-cut oats. I would also suggest using organic. The oil makes the oat milk creamier, but you can omit if preferred. You can also skip the maple syrup.

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.

Why can't you froth oat milk? ›

Oat milk doesn't produce the same froth height as dairy milk. Oat milk froths easily, but the foam disappears faster than with dairy products. If you love foam, froth the oat milk immediately before drinking.

How to make heavy cream from oatmilk? ›

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.
Nov 5, 2022

Is there oat milk whipping cream? ›

Oat milk whipped cream is a quick and easy replacement for regular whipped cream. Even though it's dairy-free, it still carries all the same great textures and flavors.

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.
Apr 17, 2022

Can you replace milk with oat milk in a recipe? ›

Oat milk works just as well, so feel free to swap it in at a 1:1 ratio in your favorite sweet or savory bread-pudding recipe. 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.

Can you always substitute oat milk for milk? ›

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? ›

Baking & Cooking: Use a 1:1 substitution ratio of oat milk to cow's milk. Buttermilk Replacement: Add 1 teaspoon of white vinegar to 1 cup of oat milk and let it curdle for a few minutes.

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