For the Hugo Chocolate Pudding, soak the gelatin in cold water. Place the elderberry syrup and water in a saucepan, bring to the boil and remove from the heat.
Squeeze gelatin, stir into liquid and dissolve completely. Divide syrup evenly among four jars and refrigerate for 3-4 hours to set.
Stir pudding powder with a little cold milk until smooth. Bring the remaining milk to a boil with the sugar. remove from heat and stir in the pudding powder and lime zest. Heat again and continue to simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Allow the finished pudding to cool slightly and then spread evenly over the elderberry jelly. Chill again for 2-3 hours.
Before serving, garnish the Hugo chocolate pudding with fresh mint leaves.
Preparation Tip:
Hugo chocolate pudding in a jar is ideal for an outdoor picnic. In addition, it can be wonderfully prepared in advance.