I find it interesting the foods that people won’t eat.
I don’t like mushrooms. I think fruit of most varieties is not in the least bit tasty, and I’m not a fan of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
Sounds crazy, doesn’t it?
Foods that many people say they must-have (Reese’s being my husband’s go-to treat), I can completely do without.
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pudding
My dislike for peanut butter makes pleasing Mike’s love of all things peanut butter a difficult task, but when I stumbled upon this chocolate pudding recipe from Tyler Florence, I knew I was onto something.
Tyler’s recipe just needed a little skinny up to meet my standards.
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pudding
Low fat milk and dark chocolate cocoa powder made the dark chocolate lover in me happy, and natural peanut butter made Mike happy. We had a low calorie dessert that we both enjoyed.
Happy holidays!
Ingredients
- 2 cups skim milk
- 6 packets stevia
- â…“ cup Hershey's Dark Chocolate Cocoa Powder
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons natural style peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons chopped peanuts
- 6 tablespoons Light Cool Whip
Instructions
- Place 1 1/2 cups milk, stevia and cocoa in the saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Remove from the heat.
- Whisk the remaining milk, cornstarch, egg yolks, peanut butter and vanilla in a bowl. Gradually whisk in hot milk.
- Return the pan to the heat and cooking, stirring constantly, until the pudding comes to a full boil. Reduce and simmer until thickened. About 3 minutes more.
- Pour into six cups and place in the refrigerator to cool.
- Top with a tablespoon of whipping cream and 1/2 tablespoon peanuts.
Notes
Calories: 195kcal, Weight Watchers PointsPlus 5 Saturated fatty acids: 4.61g Monounsaturated fatty acids: 4.94g Polyunsaturated fatty acids: 2.05g Total fat: 11.60g Calories from fat: 104 Cholesterol: 110mg Carbohydrate, by difference: 12.82g Total dietary fiber: 1.72g Protein: 8.73g
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I’m with you on the mushrooms but peanut butter makes me very, very, very happy.
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I’ll eat mushrooms as long an they’re raw in a salad covered in dressing.
My gosh you don’t like fruits, or Reeses lol. Well I do and this pudding sounds great, plus less guilt with your modifications.
Evelyne@cheapethniceatz recently posted…Pan-Roasted Salsify
I know – I’ve heard many times that I’m crazy. I’ll eat veggies for breakfast before I’ll have an apple. Have a wonderful holiday!
These look incredible! My dad and my boyfriend both could either take or leave the PB-chocolate combo, while I think they’re totally nuts and could probably live on those two flavors alone. It’s funny how tastes differ!
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That is funny because I find that in my circle of friends, it’s usually the guys that want the peanut butter. This is what makes food fun for me. It’s a challenge to make food that appeals when it’s not something I like!
This peanut butter and chocolate pudding looks so pretty, very rich in color and flavor…perfect for the Holidays.
Have a great week Kristi!
Pudding isn’t a dessert I often think to make, but it’s so easy that I’ll be adding it to my list of favorites.
You’re not a…wha??? This is fantastic though!!
Ha! Have a wonderful holiday Belinda!
That is funny! I am not a very picky eater but I am into texture so there are so foods that I may like but not like if they are prepared a certain way.
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You make an interesting point. It’s the mushrooms that I don’t care for the texture. Too spongy for me!
A stunning Low Calorie dessert! Kristi! Mwah! Wishing you and your family joy this holiday season – and with food like this, they are off to a great start.
Hi Hester! For us foodies, the holidays are a total bliss, aren’t they? Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday season too!
Sometimes I truly WISH that I didn’t like (love) peanut butter, and chocolate as much as I do! And like you I also live with someone who loves those two things too, and can never get enough. Yes, you’re crazy for not liking PB!
I’m pinning this, ASAP.
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I am crazy. People give me a bad time at work about the fact that I don’t much care for fruit too. Thank you for pinning my recipe and have a wonderful holiday!
I love peanut butter, but a lot of the world doesn’t (I believe most of Europe is mystified why it’s such a big deal in the US). Anyway, nice, light dessert. Looks delish! Thanks so much.
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I’m afraid you’d find me as mystified as most of Europe. Still, it’s a favorite in this house for the rest of the family.
What a smart way to adjust to each other! My husband has not much choice. He has to eat what is served
I do love Reese’s peanut butter cups. It’s so good….mmmm.
MaryMoh recently posted…How To Make Garlic Chilli Sauce
I have to admit that it’s the same in my house. My husband pretty much eats anything I serve, and rarely complains. Have a wonderful Christmas. I’m off to check out how to make garlic chili sauce – I love it!
We are peanut butter fans too! These puddings look spectacular!
Have a blessed holiday season!
Angie
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Hi Angie – you have a wonderful holiday too!
I think everyone has a food they hate that everyone else loves; for me it’s cream cheese. Bleck! This pudding looks luscious and delicious, but I like that it’s a bit lightened up.
Colleen, The Smart Cookie Cook recently posted…Chewy M&M Cookies
It’s interesting isn’t it? Sometimes it’s texture, or sometimes the taste. Have a wonderful holiday!
Yep, great combo – skim milk + dark chocolate. Lovely
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DEFINITELY making these! I’m a huge fan of the Reese’s shape cups (pumpkins, eggs, trees, etc.) which are sweeter and have a higher peanut butter to chocolate ratio but I don’t indulge frequently. These look perfect Kristi!
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