Pan-Seared Banana and Dark Chocolate Pudding for Two

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A quick chocolate pudding for two, topped with caramelized pan-seared bananas for a rich and satisfying treat. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers dark chocolate chips (70% cacao), whole milk, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 French cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, whisk together 1 cup whole milk, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and a pinch of salt over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in 4 oz dark chocolate chips and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  3. Step 3: Pour the pudding into two small serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, peel and slice 1 medium banana into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  5. Step 5: Heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add banana slices and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
  6. Step 6: Spoon the warm caramelized bananas over the chilled pudding just before serving.

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