Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRoyals Hot ChickenChocolate Budino Recipe

Chocolate Budino Recipe

Inspired by Royals Hot Chicken
Time2h
Serves6

orange caramel, sea salt, pecans, extra virgin olive oil, whipped cream

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Ingredients

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Budino Base

Orange Caramel Sauce

Garnish

Method

Budino Preparation

  1. 1

    Melt the Chocolate

    In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cornstarch, and sea salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Cook the Mixture

    Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Chocolate

    Remove from heat and stir in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated. Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or ramekins.

  5. 5

    Chill

    Refrigerate the budinos for at least 4 hours, or until set.

Orange Caramel Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Make Caramel

    In a saucepan, add the granulated sugar and heat over medium heat until it melts and turns amber in color, around 8-10 minutes.

  2. 7

    Add Orange Juice and Butter

    Carefully add the fresh orange juice and butter to the caramel. Stir to combine until the mixture is smooth.

  3. 8

    Finish the Caramel

    Add the orange zest and sea salt, stirring well. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Garnish and Serve

  1. 9

    Prepare Pecans

    Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until fragrant. Let cool.

  2. 10

    Assemble the Dessert

    Once the budinos are set, drizzle the orange caramel sauce over each budino.

  3. 11

    Add Garnish

    Top with a dollop of whipped cream, sprinkle the toasted pecans, and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.

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