Name: Microwave Chocolate Pudding Made with Fairlife Chocolate Milk
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 67 min
Ingredients: ¾ cup chocolate milk ((I like Fairlife and calculated the nutrition numbers with that brand.)); 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 large egg yolk; pinch table or sea salt; 1½ teaspoon butter; ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 4 crumbled Oreo cookies

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Sneak Preview: This microwave chocolate pudding is made with Fairlife chocolate milk for a richer texture and extra protein. Ready in minutes and easy to serve in jars, bowls, or layered desserts—with substitutions included if you don’t have Fairlife.

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Can you make homemade chocolate pudding with Fairlife chocolate milk? Yes—and it works especially well in the microwave. Because Fairlife is more concentrated and higher in protein than regular chocolate milk, it produces a thicker, richer pudding without standing over a stove.

This version is quick, flexible, and easy to portion into jars or small bowls, making it just right for everyday desserts or small treats. I often serve it simply, but it also works well layered with Greek yogurt or used as a quick filling for no-bake desserts such as these mini tarts.

Ingredients & Substitutions

All of the ingredients needed for this recipe include vanilla extract, salt, corn starch, chocolate sandwich cookies, eggs, chocolate chips, butter, and chocolate milk.

• CHOCOLATE MILK: Fairlife preferred for its concentrated flavor and higher protein; substitute regular milk plus 1 tbsp cocoa powder and 1–2 tbsp sugar, to taste.

• CORNSTARCH: Thickens the pudding smoothly without a floury taste.

• EGG YOLK: Adds richness and body; freeze the white for later use (angel food cake., anyone?).

• SALT: A small pinch sharpens the chocolate flavor.

• BUTTER: Helps smooth and firm the pudding as it cools.

• CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Semi-sweet or bittersweet; melt into the hot pudding for deeper flavor.

• VANILLA EXTRACT: Rounds out the chocolate; almond extract also works.

• COOKIE CRUMBS (optional): For layering or topping—use what you have. Try Oreos, shortbread, cake crumbs, or leftover cookies.

• WHIPPED CREAM (optional): Any style you like, or skip it.

Step-by-Step: 2-Minute Microwave Pudding

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mixing pudding ingredients with an immersion blender — **1) Blending first 4 ingredients**

Whisking pudding as it cooks in the microwave. — **1) Blending first 4 ingredients**

Flavor Twists

Vanilla Pudding: Use white milk instead of chocolate milk, add 1–2 tablespoons sugar, increase cornstarch to 1 tablespoon total, and omit the chocolate chips.
Butterscotch Pudding: Stir in browned butter and butterscotch chips after cooking.
Mint Chocolate: Swap chocolate chips for crushed peppermint candies or mint chips.
Peanut Butter: Stir in 1–2 tablespoons peanut butter chips or creamy peanut butter while hot.

Microwave Chocolate Pudding Made with Fairlife Chocolate Milk

By Paula Rhodes

Make this two-minute chocolate pudding in the microwave with chocolate milk. Directions are also included for making a Chocolate Pudding and Yogurt Parfait with this recipe. (See the recipe notes for making chocolate pudding without chocolate milk and also, microwave vanilla pudding.)

5 from 4 votes

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Prep time: 5

Cook time: 2

Chill before eating: 1

Total time: 1 7

Ingredients

¾ cup (170 g) chocolate milk (I like Fairlife and calculated the nutrition numbers with that brand.)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 large egg yolk
pinch table or sea salt
1½ teaspoon butter
¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
4 crumbled Oreo cookies

Instructions

Blend & Prep: In a microwave-safe bowl (that holds at least 4 cups) mix ¾ cup (170 g) chocolate milk, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 large egg yolk, and a pinch table or sea salt. Use an immersion blender for the smoothest results, or whisk well.
Microwave: Heat uncovered on HIGH for two minutes or until thick enough for the milk mixture to heavily coat the back of a spoon. Whisk well.
Final Details: Immediately add 1½ teaspoon butter, ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (broken into pieces), and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and melted.
Chill & Enjoy: Cover with plastic wrap (pressed against the surface) and refrigerate for 1 hour to prevent skin from forming. Or eat warm.

Notes

Using Regular Milk Instead of Fairlife:
If you don’t have Fairlife chocolate milk, combine ¾ cup regular milk with 1 tablespoon cocoa powder and 1–2 tablespoons sugar, to taste.

Vanilla Version:
Use white milk, add 1–2 tablespoons sugar, increase cornstarch to 1 tablespoon total, and omit the chocolate chips.

Texture Tip:
If the pudding isn’t perfectly smooth, press it through a fine-mesh strainer while still warm.

Storage:
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For best texture, enjoy fresh or slightly chilled.

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Final Thoughts

Using Fairlife chocolate milk makes this microwave pudding especially reliable—rich, smooth, and quick without a stovetop. It’s a simple technique I come back to when I want a small homemade dessert without extra fuss.

— Paula, Home Economist
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As a retired home economist, I created Saladinajar.com to prove that you don’t have to be a chef to find joy in creating food worth sharing. Bread machines (used in an unconventional way), homemade yogurt, and quick microwave recipes are my favorite ways to do that.

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4 Comments

dixie folzenlogen says:

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EDIT: in Step 3 for the vanilla version the directions say “Increase to 1 tablespoon total.” what are we increasing to 1 tablespoon? thank you.

1. Paula says:
  
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  Hi Dixie,
  
  Thank you for asking.
  
  That line should say, “Increase the cornstarch to 1 tablespoon total.” I have corrected the recipe.
  
  Have a good holiday!
  
Debra says:

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I cannot consume cornstarch. Replacement??

1. Paula says:
  
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  I’ve used flour. Same amount. I haven’t experimented with arrowroot, but it’s worth a try.