Dark Chocolate Budino

Instructions

1. 1
   In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips using a double boiler or by microwaving in short intervals. Stir until smooth.
2. 2
   In a saucepan, heat the whole milk and Javvy Mocha Syrup over medium heat until it's warm but not boiling.
3. 3
   In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined.
4. 4
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the warm milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in the melted dark chocolate.
5. 5
   In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add a small amount of the chocolate-milk mixture to the egg yolks while whisking constantly. This process, called tempering, prevents the eggs from curdling.
6. 6
   Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the chocolate-milk mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
7. 7
   Stir in Javvy Coffee Concentrate and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
9. 9
   Divide the dark chocolate budino mixture into individual serving jars or ramekins.
10. 10
    Refrigerate the budino for at least 2 hours, or until set.
11. 11
    Serve with whipped cream, if desired.