Vanilla Pudding
A smooth, creamy homemade vanilla pudding made with simple ingredients and rich vanilla flavor—perfect as a classic dessert or pie filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth, then place over medium heat.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble—about 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour in a small amount of the hot pudding mixture while whisking to temper the yolks.
- Return the tempered yolks to the saucepan and continue cooking, stirring constantly, for 2-3 more minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Pour pudding into serving dishes, cover with plastic wrap (pressing directly onto the surface to prevent a skin), and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use real vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste for best flavor.
- For extra richness, substitute part of the milk with heavy cream.
- Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for a delicious topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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