If you don't have a microwave and still want to make a quick pudding, here's an alternative method that you can try:
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly combined.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until you have a smooth batter. If desired, you can also add chocolate chips for extra richness.
Instead of using a microwave, you will now need to steam the pudding. Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water and place a steamer basket or heatproof colander inside. Make sure the water level is below the bottom of the steamer basket.
Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat.
Grease a heatproof bowl or ramekin with a little oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the pudding batter into the greased bowl.
Carefully place the bowl onto the steamer basket or colander, ensuring that it is elevated above the simmering water.
Cover the pot with a lid and steam the pudding for about 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Make sure to maintain a steady simmer throughout the steaming process.
Once cooked, carefully remove the bowl from the pot using oven mitts or kitchen towels, as it will be hot.
Allow the pudding to cool for a few minutes before serving. You can enjoy it warm or chill it in the refrigerator for a while if you prefer a cold pudding.
This method may take a bit longer than the original microwave recipe, but it will still give you a tasty pudding without using a microwave.