This makes a very thick, intense dark chocolate pudding. If you want a lighter flavor, cut the cocoa to 2 to 3 tablespoons. For a slightly thinner pudding, reduce the cornstarch by ½ tablespoon. Arrowroot starch can be used in place of cornstarch, but it will result in a slightly thinner pudding.
In small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to form a paste.
In a large saucepan, whisk together the milk beverage, sugar, cocoa, vanilla, and cornstarch mixture. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Stir as it bubbles until the mixture thickens, about 3 minutes. The pudding will continue to thicken as it cools.
Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator. Optionally top with whipped coconut cream and chocolate shavings.
Recipe by Go Dairy Free at https://www.godairyfree.org/recipes/vegan-dark-chocolate-pudding