Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of homemade Vanilla Pudding, a timeless dessert that evokes warmth and nostalgia with every spoonful. This silky-smooth pudding is easy to prepare and versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own or enhanced with fresh fruits and whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to quiet nights in, this recipe promises to transport you back to sweet childhood memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk and sugar, stirring until just about to simmer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks until pale and fluffy.
- Gradually pour half of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks while whisking continuously to temper them.
- Return the egg mixture to the saucepan with the remaining milk and cook on low heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 180mg