Spiced Chocolate Bourbon Pudding Cups

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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Rich chocolate pudding infused with a hint of bourbon and warming spices, served in individual cups for a special Father’s Day dessert. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers whole milk, heavy cream, 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 380 calories and feeds 4, 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 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
4 oz dark chocolate chips
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp bourbon
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1 tsp vanilla extract
for serving whipped cream
for garnish dark chocolate shavings

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 3 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth with no lumps.
Step 2: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3: Remove from heat and immediately stir in 4 oz dark chocolate chips, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp bourbon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper until the chocolate and butter are fully melted and the pudding is glossy.
Step 4: Pour the pudding into 4 individual serving cups and cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until chilled and set.
Step 5: Before serving, top each pudding cup with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.