The fake chocolate blood pudding that tastes of tradition (without blood! : Those of us who grew up amidst the aromas of our grandmothers’ kitchens remember that dark jar in the fridge well, right? It looked like a spreadable cream, but we knew it wasn’t very spreadable! Today I bring you a modern and safe version of the classic Neapolitan blood pudding, perfect for celebrating Carnival together, without sacrificing taste but with an eye on health.
A very aromatic result, ready to prepare for celebrating Carnival together.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 6 people
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 323.56 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 50.62 (g) of which sugars 28.99 (g)
- Proteins 8.62 (g)
- Fat 13.54 (g) of which saturated 8.25 (g)of which unsaturated 4.65 (g)
- Fibers 8.66 (g)
- Sodium 7.39 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 140 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
The ingredients are few, simple, and you’re likely to already have most of them in your pantry. But together they create an irresistible cream that smells like a celebration!
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla (1 teaspoon or seeds)
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2.5 tbsp cornstarch (cornflour)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cinnamon powder
Steps
The preparation is really simple and relaxing: just follow a few steps and the aroma that will fill your home will do the rest!
Without Thermomix:
1. In a bowl, sift together cocoa, cornstarch, flour, sugar, and cinnamon.
2. Transfer everything to a saucepan and gradually add the milk, stirring with a whisk to avoid lumps.
3. Add the vanilla and liquor.4. Turn on the heat to medium-low and stir constantly.
5. When the mixture begins to boil, add the chopped dark chocolate.
6. Continue stirring until you obtain a smooth and velvety cream.7. Pour into sterilized jars or airtight containers and let cool.
1. Put cocoa, cornstarch, flour, sugar, and cinnamon into the mixing bowl: 10 sec. speed 4.
2. Add milk, vanilla, and liquor: 10 sec. speed 4.
3. Cook: 12 min. 194°F, speed 3.
4. Add the chocolate pieces: 2 min. 122°F, speed 3.
5. Pour into containers and let cool.. Shall we make it together? Let yourself be conquered by this velvety cream and share it with your family! And then tell me: did it take you back in time as it did with me?
Storage: In the fridge, in an airtight jar, for up to 5 days.
Notes: If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, feel free to omit the liquor.
Service: Serve it with chit-chat cookies, dry biscuits, or simply by the spoonful!
Blood pudding at Carnival is more than just a recipe: it’s a ritual that smells of chocolate, cinnamon, and childhood memories. With just a few ingredients, it transforms into that comfort food that makes us feel pampered. If we then enjoy it with loved ones, maybe while chatting in the kitchen over a tray of fritters, the moment becomes truly special.
FAKE CHOCOLATE BLOOD PUDDING ALSO WITH THERMOMIX
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I freeze the fake blood pudding?
It is not recommended, because the cream may change texture and become grainy once thawed.
