White cheese and chocolate pudding

Ingredients:

For the white cheese layer:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the chocolate pudding layer:

• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

For garnish:

• Whipped cream
• Chocolate shavings or sprinkles

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract for the white cheese layer. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. In a saucepan, whisk together the milk, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt for the chocolate pudding layer until well combined and smooth.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
4. Once the mixture thickens, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it reaches a pudding-like consistency.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and semisweet chocolate chips until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. To assemble the pudding, spoon alternating layers of the white cheese mixture and the chocolate pudding into serving glasses or bowls, starting and ending with the chocolate pudding layer.
7. Refrigerate the assembled pudding for at least 1-2 hours, or until chilled and set.
8. Before serving, garnish the pudding with a dollop of whipped cream and chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy this delightful combination of creamy white cheese and rich chocolate flavors in a pudding dessert!