This week's Tuesdays with Dorie (TWD) recipe was chosen by Garrett of Flavor of Vanilla: Split Level Pudding. It's homemade vanilla pudding atop a layer of chocolate ganache.
We've made chocolate pudding before for TWD, so I was curious to see how this recipe compared. The method was pretty much the same, using a food processor to help create a perfectly smooth and creamy pudding. The only difference with this recipe is that the chocolate is in a layer beneath the pudding, instead of incorporated into the pudding.
I think if you're in the mood for chocolate, that regular chocolate pudding would be better, but if you want just a hint of chocolate, then this recipe is perfect. Not too chocolately, but enough chocolate to satisfy a chocolate craving.
While homemade pudding is far superior to store bought, I just don't love pudding enough to make it from scratch all the time. So while I enjoyed trying this recipe, I probably won't be making it again. If you're a pudding lover, though, you definitely need to try this.
Thanks Garrett, for picking this. If you would like the recipe, you can find it here. Make sure you check out the TWD Blogroll, to see how everyone else enjoyed this rich, creamy treat.
* Recipes notes:
- If you really like chocolate, I'd double the chocolate ganache recipe so you have a thicker chocolate layer on the bottom. Otherwise, this recipe was great as is.
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I agree that more chocolate would have been appreciated. Lovely glassware!
ReplyDeleteI am not a huge pudding lover either, but every once in a while I do enjoy it! These turned out beautiful though. And the individual servings are perfect!
ReplyDeleteYour presentation is spectacular!
ReplyDeletewhen i see the term "split-level," all i can think of is a ramshackle, run-down old trailer. that's odd. what a unique and luscious dessert--i love your glassware and beautiful final product!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I'm loving everyone's glasses and serving dishes.
ReplyDeleteVERY nice! I love how you see two distinct layers though I'd probably go for a thinner chocolate one.
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Beautifully presented! It makes the pudding even more delicious.
ReplyDeleteYour pudding looks like it could be served in a beautiful restaurant!! WOW! I love those shaving on top, and the glasses you uses are perfect!
ReplyDeleteI love your glasses!! They look great with the pudding! I agree, there just wasn't enough ganache, mine sort of dissapeared once I poured the pudding in.
ReplyDeleteYour pudding cups look soooo cute yet sophisticated!
ReplyDeletelooks very elegant!
ReplyDeleteIt sure does look yummy. Love your serving glasses!
ReplyDeleteI don't much really love pudding either, but I was going to make this, but have been out of town and really busy. I was able to make last weeks tart though!
This turned out just beautifully! Nice job!
ReplyDeleteI looked on the link that you posted for the recipe, but I couldn't find it - did I miss it? Your pictures look so amazing - I'd love to be able to try to make it myself!
ReplyDeleteThese are so pretty! I'm definitely going to make these sometime.
ReplyDeleteWOW!! Your pudding presentation is terrific! I want to make it just from your pictures girl!
ReplyDeleteI love your pudding dishes! And, your photos are fabulous! I had to make this twice. The first batch didn't thicken, but when I made it today, sans the food processor, it turned out great.
ReplyDeleteYour pudding looks gorgeous! Very elegant in those tall square glasses. I'm just not a pudding person. and couldn't bring myself to make this one. I keep hearing how good it was, though, so maybe I'll give it a shot one day...
ReplyDeleteThese look to die for. I'll have to give them a try.
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Very Pretty Jaime!!! I like you photos.
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Lovely composition! I agree, I wouldn't make these any time I'm craving pudding. I'm not ashamed to admit I turn to J-E-L-L-O when I want that fix. I do think I'd make this for friends coming over, though, and serve it hot. Maybe it's the rainy days, but man I loved this pudding hot.
ReplyDeleteI think that is the prettiest pudding I have ever seen! It looks delish and I love the glasses you are serving it in.
ReplyDeleteI love those little glasses! Your pudding looks fantastic! I'm not much of a pudding person so I probably wouldn't go out of my way to make this recipe again either.
ReplyDeleteYour pudding looks wonderful. I love your glasses.
ReplyDeleteI love your dishes! Great photos--I also like the chocolate curls on top.
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