Traditional Chokecherry Pudding Recipe
A deliciously rich cherry pudding layered with a homemade cherry sauce and topped with whipped cream – perfect for an indulgent treat.
Servings: 2 glass
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: Medium
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk or spoon
- Blender
- Small bowl
- Measuring cups & spoons
- 2 serving glasses
Ingredients
Cherry Sauce:
- 1 ½ cup cherry (from jar/glass, store-bought)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons corn starch or plain flour
- 3 tablespoons water
Cherry Pudding:
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 500 ml cherry juice (blend 1 cup cherries + 1 cup water)
- 1 sachet strawberry pudding mix (store-bought)
- Whipped cream, for garnish
Instructions
For the Cherry Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine cherries and sugar. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix flour (or corn starch) with water until smooth.
- Lower the heat and stir the mixture into the saucepan. Stir constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let it cool.
For the Cherry Pudding:
- In a clean saucepan, add cherry juice, sugar, and the pudding mix.
- Cook over medium heat while stirring until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- Pour the pudding into two glasses. Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until fully set.
To Serve:
- Top each chilled pudding with the cherry sauce and a dollop of whipped cream. Serve cold.
Notes
- You can replace the strawberry pudding mix with vanilla or cherry flavor if preferred.
- For a deeper cherry flavor, use dark sweet cherries.
- Garnish with fresh cherries or chocolate shavings for an extra touch.