Coffee Chocolate Treat

While looking through Mom's recipe box for a good recipe to make without using the oven, I came across this pudding treat. And what a treat it is. MDS, who says he does not like puddings, loved this dessert. This recipe might have turned him into a pudding fan. The recipe results in a layered treat of chocolate and coffee creaminess. Each layer is delicious on its own or when combined with another layer.

When making this recipe, I used instant chocolate pudding. I used the full two cups of milk to make the pudding, but I recommend reducing the milk to one and a half cups for a thicker pudding. Also, I had some extra whipped cream, so I made a third layer of whipped cream to the top, but left off the walnuts suggested in the recipe. When I made this recipe, I made one individual cup and one larger shared bowl. Next time, I might try making 4-6 individual cups.

Coffee Chocolate Treat 

• 1 cup marshmallows
• 1/2 cup strong coffee
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 package chocolate pudding
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• optional: chopped walnuts

Melt the marshmallows in the coffee on low. Chill for half an hour. Whip the cream until stiff. Fold in the coffee mixture. Prepare the chocolate pudding with the milk. Spoon the chocolate pudding into the serving cups or bowls. Layer the coffee mixture on top. If you have extra whipped cream, add to the top. If desired, sprinkle on chopped walnuts. Refrigerate a few hours. Enjoy!