Chocolate Pudding

2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cocoa (be sure to read the label for nut warnings)
3 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
2 1/4 cup milk
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp gluten free vanilla (not imitation vanilla)

1. Mix sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt together in a microwave safe bowl. Slowly whisk in milk until sugar is dissolved.
2. Microwave on high for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. Stir until mixture is the consistency of pudding.
3. Stir in butter and vanilla after the pudding has been cooked.
4. Allow to cool and serve plain or topped with whipped cream.
5. Cover the pudding surface with plastic wrap or waxed paper to avoid a skin formation.