Creamy Chocolate Porridge
Desserts

Creamy Chocolate Porridge

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By Marie Lefebvre · Updated October 18, 2026

A warm and velvety chocolate porridge ready in just 15 minutes, lightly spiced with cinnamon and vanilla. Whether served at breakfast or as a quick dessert, it delivers pure comfort in every spoonful.

Prep⏱️ 15 min
Servings👥 3 servings
Difficulty📊 Very Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

3 servings

3
  • 2 heaping tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 500 ml (2 cups) whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste
  • 1 level teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    Pour the cold milk into a saucepan and add the cornstarch. Whisk well until fully dissolved with no lumps.

  2. 2

    Place over low-medium heat and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the cocoa powder and sugar. Keep stirring for 4–5 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns creamy.

  4. 4

    Stir in the vanilla extract and cinnamon for 10 seconds, then remove from heat.

  5. 5

    Pour into bowls and serve warm, dusted with extra cocoa or cinnamon if desired.

💡 Chef's Tip

For a richer texture, replace 100 ml of milk with heavy cream. A small pinch of salt also deepens the chocolate flavor.