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Homemade Vanilla Pudding

Irresistibly Creamy Homemade Vanilla Pudding Recipe

This Homemade Vanilla Pudding is creamy, nostalgic, and a delightful dessert that warms your heart.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding Base
  • 2 cups whole milk or non-dairy milk for a dairy-free version
  • 3/4 cup granulated white sugar can use brown sugar for a richer taste
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch could substitute with flour, but may alter consistency
  • 3 large egg yolks or silken tofu for a non-egg twist
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract can enhance with vanilla bean or paste
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter unsalted butter can be used with a pinch of salt
For Serving Suggestions
  • 1 cup fresh berries seasonal berries
  • 1 cup whipped cream for topping

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together the milk, sugar, and cornstarch in a small saucepan until smooth. Set over medium heat and stir until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, lightly whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add 1/2 cup of the hot mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly.
  3. Return yolk mixture to the saucepan and cook for 1 more minute until pudding is thickened and bubbling.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter until well combined.
  5. Pour pudding into serving bowls, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  6. Serve chilled, topped with fresh berries or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, stir consistently during cooking and cover the pudding while cooling to prevent a skin from forming.

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