Creamy Chocolate Mandarin Pudding
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Fruit, Low Protein, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, No Cook, Refrigerator, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) mandarin orange segments, drained
- 32 chocolate wafers
- 3 cups whipped cream
- 5 tablespoons chocolate syrup
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 582.6
- Fat Content: 29.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 94mg
- Sodium Content: 424.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 76.6g
- Fiber Content: 3.7g
- Sugar Content: 53.9g
- Protein Content: 7.2g
Instructions:
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Begin by setting aside 8 chocolate wafers and about 12 of the best-looking mandarin orange segments for garnish.
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In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, water, and instant chocolate pudding mix. Beat the mixture well until smooth and creamy.
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Refrigerate the pudding mixture for about 20 minutes until it thickens slightly.
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While the pudding chills, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Then, gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate pudding mixture, leaving some white streaks for a beautiful marbled effect.
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Now, it’s time to assemble the pudding layers. Begin by spreading 1/2 cup of the chocolate mixture in the bottom of a 2.5L (2 1/2 quart) glass serving bowl.
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Drizzle the chocolate layer with 1/4 of the chocolate syrup for added richness.
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Next, layer on 8 chocolate wafers followed by 1/3 of the mandarin orange segments and 1/3 of the remaining chocolate mixture.
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Repeat the layers – chocolate sauce, wafers, oranges, and chocolate mixture – two more times, finishing with a drizzle of the remaining 1/4 of the chocolate syrup.
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For the final decorative touch, arrange the set aside chocolate wafers and mandarin orange segments in a pleasing pattern on top of the pudding.
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Cover the pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate it until thoroughly chilled, allowing all the flavors to meld together into a decadent treat.
Notes:
- This creamy chocolate mandarin pudding is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, offering a burst of citrusy freshness amidst rich chocolate goodness.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite toppings or swapping out the mandarin oranges for other fruits like strawberries or raspberries.
- For an extra indulgent experience, serve the pudding with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings on top. Enjoy!
