Vanilla Pudding

Vanilla pudding is the perfect little dessert-cap to any mealtime. Sweet, but not overwhelmingly so, it’s the quintessence of comfort food. It’s the treat you whip up for a cozy family gathering or a sweet something to serve at the end of a dinner party. Plus, it’s a go-to pick-me-up when you want to pamper yourself or a loved one with something utterly delish. Our readers will love this recipe because it’s super-simple, yet gives that gourmet feeling at each spoonful. But, be warned ��� once you have a homemade vanilla pudding, there’s no going back to the boxed stuff!

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes plus chilling
Servings: 4 Servings
Yield: 4 cups of pudding

No time to waste now that our tastebuds are yearning for that vanilla goodness, let’s jump straight into the ingredients and steps to create this epic dessert.

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/4 cup of cornstarch
• 1/8 teaspoon of salt
• 2 3/4 cups of milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract

And on tools station

• 1 medium saucepan
• A whisk
• 4 dessert dishes or bowls for serving

How To Make Vanilla Pudding

1. Start by whisking sugar, cornstarch and salt in a medium saucepan off heat. Gradually whisk in milk, making sure that the sugar and cornstarch dissolve completely.
2. Add four large egg yolks to the mixture. Whisk until they���re thoroughly incorporated.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the mixture thickens. Pull from heat and add in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract. Stir until butter melts.
4. Then pour the mixture into the dessert dishes. Refrigerate until solid.

Tips For The Best Results

• Use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Stir until there are no visible grains of sugar or cornstach.

Storage Tips

• Make sure you cover the pudding with plastic wrap before refrigerating to prevent a skin from forming on the top.
• It should stay good for up to three days when stored correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I replace the milk with soy milk?
A: Yes, you can use any non-dairy milk like soy, almond, or oat milk.

Q: Can I use margarine instead of butter?
A: Yes, but unsalted butter gives a richer taste.

Q: Can this pudding be multiplied for a larger crowd?
A: Absolutely. You can just multiply the ingredients by the number of servings you need.

Q: Can i add cocoa powder to make it chocolate pudding?
A: Yes, you can add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder. Mix it with the sugar and cornstarch at the start.

Q: Can this be used as a pie filling?
A: Yes, this vanilla pudding can be used as pie filling and it’s totally delightful!

Nutritional Facts of Vanilla Pudding

Each serving of vanilla pudding contains about 241 calories, 7.2 grams of fat, 35 grams of carbohydrates, and 8 grams of protein.

In conclusion, this vanilla pudding is a dessert I’m always stoked to make and the smiles on faces with each spoonful are unquestionably the best reward. A scoop of this and you’re blending with a cloud, plus you can serve it with a smattering of fruits or a dollop of whipped cream on top. Get creative, folks!