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Keto chocolate pudding is rich, creamy, and delicious. And I have a feeling that once you try it, you’re going to want to finish off every meal with this healthy chocolate pudding. It’s THAT good! My low carb chocolate pudding (which is a sugar-free chocolate pudding) is similar to sugar-free vanilla pudding and made with classic ingredients like heavy cream, cocoa powder, and a little secret ingredient that makes it the best chocolate pudding recipe ever!
Chocolate pudding is a quintessential childhood treat, but this keto chocolate pudding is so good, with luscious dark chocolate flavor that makes it a perfect dessert for adults, too. There’s no reason to give up on your favorite foods, when sugar free chocolate pudding is just as tasty.
I may sound like a broken record on this, but I’ll say it again! You don’t have to give up your favorite foods to go on a low carb keto diet. And this healthy chocolate pudding is the perfect example. Go ahead and indulge!
Are you ready for the best chocolate pudding recipe?! Just know that it’s rich and thick, so if you want something light and airy, make keto chocolate mousse instead.
How To Make Keto Chocolate Pudding
Keto chocolate pudding doesn’t just taste amazing; it’s super easy to make, too. The part that is the hardest is waiting for it to chill in the fridge.
That’s okay, though! While you are waiting for the healthy chocolate pudding to set up, you can search through my low carb dinner recipes to decide what to cook for your pre-dessert meal. 😉
Ingredients in sugar-free chocolate pudding:
- Heavy cream
- Unflavored gelatin powder
- Powdered erythritol
- Cocoa powder
- Sea salt
- Vanilla
Step 1: Begin by pouring 1/4 cup heavy cream into a small bowl. Gently sprinkle the gelatin powder on top, and whisk together immediately. Set aside. This is the secret that makes this low carb chocolate pudding ultra thick and decadent. (If you need a different keto friendly thickener, try this list of cornstarch substitutes for ideas.)
PRO TIP: When pouring in the gelatin powder, take special care not just to dump it in. It should be gently sprinkled along the top of the heavy cream. Get the gelatin and cream as smooth as you can, but don’t stress too much, as the clumps will dissolve once heated.
Step 3: Cook the healthy chocolate pudding ingredients together until they start to bubble, but don’t let it boil. Add the vanilla when it comes off the heat.
Step 4: This is when we add the gelatin mixture to the pudding. This helps to thicken it and give it a really rich and luscious texture.
Let the pudding cool so that it won’t melt the plastic we’re going to put over it. When it’s cool enough, add the plastic flush against the top of the pudding.
PRO TIP: Make sure to put the plastic wrap pretty tightly against the top of the pudding, with no air in between. This will help prevent a film from forming on the top.
Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, then give it a stir. Look how thick, rich and creamy it gets:
Sugar-Free Chocolate Pudding Variations
Everything about the best chocolate pudding recipe is perfection! However, sometimes I like to try out new toppings.
And if you’re making keto chocolate pudding for a crowd, it’s really fun to put out the pudding with a bunch of toppings for a dessert bar. Everyone can top their own cups of low carb chocolate pudding. Serve them in pretty dishes, for the ultimate entertaining dessert.
Here are my chocolate pudding topping ideas:
- Berries – You can keep it low carb while added some fresh berries! Strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries go amazing with this keto pudding with heavy cream.
- Nuts – Sprinkle some chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts on top to add some crunch.
- Coconut – It’s impossible ever to go wrong with shredded coconut. You are going to love sugar free chocolate pudding with a few sprinkles of coconut. Try it!
- Chocolate – Add a few chocolate curls to the top of the healthy chocolate pudding. Not only does it add more chocolate-y flavor, but it also looks gorgeous too.
- Whipped cream – Makes the perfect easy topping for a pretty presentation.
How To Prevent Pudding Skin
The only downfall of homemade chocolate pudding is that it can develop a thin layer of skin on top. This happens because when water evaporates, the sweeteners and proteins shrink and get concentrated. The good news is that it tastes fine, but you can easily avoid it altogether.
Your best bet is to keep plastic wrap tightly covering the pudding at all times unless you are serving it. Make sure the plastic wrap directly touches the surface of the sugar-free chocolate pudding.
Can You Make Low-Carb Chocolate Pudding Ahead?
Yes, absolutely you can make low-carb chocolate pudding ahead! If you store the healthy chocolate pudding in the fridge in an airtight container with plastic wrap on top, it will last 5-7 days.
Can You Freeze Sugar-Free Chocolate Pudding?
Yes, you can freeze healthy chocolate pudding. Freeze any leftover sugar-free pudding in an airtight container with a lid. It will last 1-2 months in the freezer.
I recommend digging into some frozen chocolate pudding dessert on a hot day because it tastes like ice cream! Great way to cool down why enjoying a delicious treat.
More Low Carb Chocolate Desserts
Is your sweet tooth getting you? Satisfy any craving with these flavorful low carb dessert recipes:
- Crustless Low Carb Keto Cheesecake Bites
- Low Carb Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Keto Choc PB Cheesecake Mousse
- Keto Low Carb No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake
Tools To Make Keto Chocolate Pudding
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- Pudding Bowls – These ramekins are so cute, and the perfect size for individual portions of low carb chocolate pudding.
- Stainless Steel Pots and Pans Set – My favorite set of pots and pans. Amazing quality and they clean up really easily.
The Best Sugar-Free Chocolate Pudding Recipe
The BEST Keto Sugar-Free Chocolate Pudding Recipe
A creamy, sugar-free low carb chocolate pudding recipe that tastes better than store-bought! See how to make keto chocolate pudding with 5 ingredients + 10 minutes prep.
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Instructions
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Pour 1/4 cup heavy cream into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder on top (don't just dump it in), and whisk together immediately. Set aside.
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In a medium saucepan over medium-low, stir together the remaining heavy cream, powdered sweetener, cocoa powder and sea salt. Heat, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and bubbling near the edges.
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Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Add the gelatin, which will be thick, to the pan. Whisk until smooth and dissolved.
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Let the pudding cool for about 10 minutes, until cooled enough not to melt plastic wrap to be placed over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top.
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Cover with plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until firm.
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Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1/2 cup
Note: This keto pudding is VERY rich! You could easily cut the serving size in half for a lighter treat that's still super satisfying.
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212 Comments
Sandra
0Can I use cacao instead of cocoa powder and would collagen powder work instead of gelatin
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Sandra, Yes you can use cacao in place of cocoa powder. No, you cannot use collagen in place of gelatin. Collagen will not set as gelatin does.
Joni
0So easy to make, but so rich and absolutely delicious!!
Michele M Kocinski
0OMG…this is the BEST tasting pudding and my husband loves it! It satisfies that sweet tooth perfectly!
Thank you for posting these wonderful recipes and I can’t wait to try more!
Denise
0I would love to know the sodium count, please, for those of us who need to count that!
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Denise, I am not sure. We don’t really track sodium intake on the keto diet. If you would like to find out, there are a few online recipes calculators that could help you figure that out.
Nicole
0This is the easiest most delicious keto pudding ever! I’m so glad I found this recipe. I used banana extract instead of vanilla & it tastes like a chocolate covered banana. I will definantly be making this again!!!
Buffy Nakachi
0Do you think this will irk with coconut milk for a dairy free version?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Buffy, Yes this can be made with canned coconut milk for a dairy free version.
Wendy Jonas
0What about almond milk?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Wendy, Almond milk will make a pudding, but the consistency will not be as favorable without the fat from either heavy cream or coconut milk. If you would like to make this with almond milk, I suggest only using 1 cup of almond milk and the other cup being heavy cream or coconut milk.
Hillary
0Easy recipe that makes a delicious, decadent desert. I tempered an egg yolk and added that for extra protein. I was also short on cream, so I had to sub in some almond milk. I also added cinnamon and a pinch of cayenne.
Jill
0This pudding is the best ever, How many carbs are in it? Was craving something decadent like this!!
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Jill, One serving (1/4 of the recipe) is 5g net carbs.
Elizabeth
0I really enjoyed this! The texture and taste is just like pudding. I found that it was not sweet enough for me so I added 3 drops of sweet drops and used 1/2 tsp of xanthan gum powder instead of the gelatin which turned out perfect.
Mary Merwin
0The pudding is excellent! Thank you so much for sharing. I wanted to know if I could freeze it?
Thank you again,
Mary
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Mary, You can freeze this pudding, but it will change texture a bit once it’s thawed back out again.
Shannon
0I can’t tell you how many low carb / keto desserts I have made that after all the hard work, went in the trash after one bite. This is the first dessert that literally made me want to lick the little bowl I had it in. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Denisha
0Can I make this a vanilla pudding instead of chocolate? If so any tips on doing so?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Denisha, I think the recipe should still work without the cocoa powder. You may want to try adding the insides of a vanilla bean for a nice, strong vanilla flavor.
Donna
0This was THE BEST chocolate pudding and you would never know it was low carb. It was thick, creamy and chocolatey. I made a mistake and used granular erythritol instead of powdered but it didn’t ruin the recipe at all. It was delicious.
Thanks so much for all your terrific recipes.
Doretta
0I am making a food version of an Irish car drink. I wondering how I might be able to add a small amount of stout beer to this. Any suggestions?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Doretta, I’m not sure how beer would affect this recipe, sorry!
Betty
0This pudding was delicious and silky. I added a teaspoon of decaffeinated coffee granules to the cocoa powder to boost the chocolate flavour. I add coffee granules to cocoa powder for every recipe.
Heather
0I wanted to like this pudding but I didn’t enjoy the flavor much. However the consistency of the pudding turned out well
Bobbi
0I’d rate this a million stars. You nailed it! This will be a staple in my kitchen from now on. I made it even more decadent and nutritious by adding a pastured egg during cooking, then stirring in grass fed butter after it is off the heat. Who would have thunk to use gelatin to thicken?! It’s quick, easy and AMAZING. Thanks a million!
Tonda Gruhler
0Have tried using real clear gelatin? Like what “grandma” used to use? It would probably bring calories down maybe even cabs?
Lucie
0Can’t wait to try this. I bought the powdered mix of Monk Fruit/Erytrhitol… do I use the same quantity as indicated ?
Thank you
Wholesome Yum A
0Hi Lucie, you can substitute that but the measurements won’t be the same. See my sweetener conversion calculator for more guidance.
Betty
0Hi Lucie. You could use Stevia/erythritol, too. It’s a little less sweet than monk fruit/erythritol.
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0The sweetness level depends on the brand you use, but yes, you could. 🙂
Julie
0Made this about 6 times now! Love it! So does my family. Simple, satisfying go to when the cravings hit!
Cyndie Broussard
0I made this pudding to put as the pudding layer of chocolate lasagna. It all came out AMAZING!! It might be the best dessert I have ever made. It’s what we call ‘Mississippi Mud Pie’ in the south, but the pudding just made it perfect. The whole family loved it, not just the low carbers.
Rad
0Are there any other substitutes for unflavoured gelatin powder that I could use with this recipe?
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Rad, xanthan gum has worked for others who have tried this recipe. Try it with 1/2 teaspoon. Let me know if it works for you!
Iron Maiden
0Gee, I made this and was totally surprised! So many keto recipes require and acquired taste, not this one. It is a perfect desert treat. Thanks!
Strawberry Girl
0I can’t wait to make this, thank you so much! I’m looking at the ingredients and wondering where the carbs are coming from? The cream I have has no carbs, so it must be the unflavored gelatin or the cocoa powder? I didn’t think they had any carbs either?
Wholesome Yum
0Cocoa powder and heavy cream both have a small amount of carbs. Always read your labels to know the exact carb count!
Terri
0I made this pudding recipe today and it was delicious. I used xanthan gum powder instead of gelatin powder and it came out thick and rich. I used 1 tsp but will use 1/2 tsp next time I make it as I thought the 1 tsp of the xanthan gum was a bit too much. But overall it was very good. Thank you for this wonderful recipe.
Vel Lou
0My family loved this rich chocolate pudding. It was very easy. Will make again and again. A keeper recipe.
Eliza
0I cannot do dairy. So…I used coconut cream and almond milk. It did not get thick. Any suggestions?
Many thanks! Eiza
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Eliza, my best guess is you used too much almond milk to thin it out. Did you used gelatin as the recipe states, or collagen hydrolysate/peptides? Collagen will not thicken at all in recipes like these.
Shannon
0Hi, this recipe sounds amazing but is there any way at all you can substitute OR get away with not eating gelatin? I just cant bring myself to eat it D; Thank you!! xxxxx
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Shannon, No, that’s the main ingredient in the recipe. The consistency of this pudding is not at all like gelatin or jell-o, if that’s what you’re picturing.
Shannon
0Unfortunately not, its the fact it is made out of boiling all the left over bits of animals. A substitute to this somehow would be such a magical discovery, as mousses and puddings were my favorite desserts!
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0I did see one reader in the comments said she used xanthan gum, so you could give that a try. Often times gelatin is made from making bone broth out of bones, doesn’t have to be leftover bits. It’s very healthy for us. OF course I understand each of us is different with what we are okay with eating. 🙂
Terri
0Can I use xanthan gum powder instead of the gelatin?
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Terri, that has worked for others who have tried this recipe. Try it with 1/2 teaspoon. Let me know if it works for you!
Tracy
0Will regular unflavored gelatin work? The kind that’s in the jello section at the store? Or is this gelatin powder work differently?
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Tracy, it should still work the same with any powdered unflavored gelatin, as long as gelatin is the only ingredient.
Anne Lawton
0This pudding sounds great, I can’t wait to try it.
Yang
0I did not know you can make chocolate pudding keto! I am saving and sharing this one for sure.
Misty Anderson Omura
0So easy to make and AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS.
Zuzana
0This is so very creamy, I have to make it
Kari
0This pudding is incredibly creamy and decadent, and you can’t beat that it’s low in sugar as well!
Paleoglutenfreeguy
0OMG this was so perfect! Love that it’s an indulgence but still sugar-free.
Joni Gomes
0What an easy recipe to follow! Love chocolate pudding!
Kelly
0Mmmm, creamy and decadent. Just the way you want chocolate to be!
Lisa Rodriguez
0Oh my gosh, this is seriously the best pudding ever. I cant to chia seed pudding, so I was really missing a pudding replacement. This it the ticket right here. Next batch I’m making frozen for icecream replacement, so smooth and creamy. I felt like I was eating regular pudding. So amazing THANK YOU!!
Jody
0Made the pudding this afternoon. It didn’t thicken. I went back over everything could to figure what was done incorrectly. Tastes great though. I did up the erythritol quite a bit to taste.
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Jody, I’m so sorry to hear that! My best guess is that you didn’t use cream with enough milk fat, or your gelatin didn’t get a chance to “bloom” and thicken before mixing with everything else. Another common mistake is using collagen hydrolysate (collagen peptides) instead of gelatin, and this will result in pudding not thickening as well.
Wilhelmina
0This pudding is so smooth and rich and has incredible chocolate flavor!
Roberta
0Hi Maya, can full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream work instead of heavy cream to make this dish dairy-free?
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Roberta, full-fat coconut milk should work. Let me know if you try it!
Julie Menghini
0Chocolaty, creamy and low carb. Can’t beat that.
Jen
0This was the perfect treat to satisfy my chocolate craving! Thank you so much!
Adriana
0Love me some chocolate pudding! I am not into keto dieting but I do appreciate a nice pudding that satisfies the cravings for something sweet. I will try your recipe this weekend!
Raia Todd
0I could eat this every day! It’s sooooo good!
Ashley
0We love making this for a super easy low carb treat! I will definitely make this again.
Caroline
0This was so smooth and rich. Love that there aren’t many ingredients as well.
Angie Ghali-Crider
0Can I use xanthum gum instead of gelatin?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Angie, The xanthan gum will thicken into a pudding, but it will have a different consistency from using gelatin. If you don’t have any gelatin on hand, xanthan gum will work, but reduce the amount to a scant 3/4 tsp.
Kaori
0Hi Maya, my daughter can’t have dairy, so do you think coconut cream or milk in a can will work for this recipe? Thank you!
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Kaori, I think full-fat canned coconut milk will work. Let me know if you try it!
Jennifer
0Would love to know of others’ dairy free efforts with this recipe. I tried two batches this morning –one with almond milk in place of heavy cream. I am giving it a chance to set up but expect it to fail because the portion with gelatin sprinkled on it did not thicken at all. I have another batch setting up as well (1 1/2 cups almond milk to 1/2 cup heavy cream). This one looks really promising but it is not 100% dairy free.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Jennifer, Replacing this recipe to be dairy-free works best with coconut milk, but it can be done with almond milk too. With less fat, the puddings will have a slightly different consistency, but it will still thicken as it chills in the fridge.
Jennifer
0thanks! I have lots of coconut milk I just hadn’t tried it yet in pudding. That can be my project for the day!
Barb Valentine
0Add softened cream cheese and pour over pecan crust for chocolate cheesecake.
sharon
0Gasp!!! What have you done?!?!? We’ll see!!!