Creamy Homemade Vanilla Pudding
This cornstarch-thickened pudding is naturally gluten-free and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Dash of salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream or whipped topping (optional), for serving
- Toasted coconut (optional), for garnish
Recommended Equipment
- Mixing bowl
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in the milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and just begins to boil. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from the heat.1/2 cup granulated sugar | 2 tbsp cornstarch | Dash of salt | 2 cups whole milk
- Gradually whisk about half of the hot mixture into the lightly beaten egg yolks. Whisk the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan.2 egg yolks
- Place the pan back over medium heat and continue cooking, stirring constantly, for 1 minute; remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla.2 tbsp butter | 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Divide the pudding evenly among 4 dessert dishes. Chill thoroughly for 1 1/2 to 2 hours before serving.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or whipped topping and a sprinkle of toasted coconut, if desired.Whipped cream or whipped topping (optional) | Toasted coconut (optional)
- Tip: If serving gluten-free, check labels on toppings such as whipped topping or packaged coconut.
Tip: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface if you don’t want a skin to form.
Nutrition
Calories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 171mgPotassium: 198mgFiber: 0.04gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 502IUCalcium: 164mgIron: 0.3mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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