Caramel Pudding

Indulge in the silky smooth decadence of homemade Caramel Pudding, a classic dessert that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. This luxurious treat features a rich and creamy custard, made with whole milk and eggs, and a luscious golden caramel glaze that creates a striking contrast in flavor and texture. With a few simple techniques—like crafting a perfectly amber caramel and baking the custard gently in a water bath—you can achieve a dessert that’s delightfully elegant yet surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for dinner parties or a comforting sweet indulgence, this chilled caramel pudding is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, its make-ahead convenience ensures stress-free serving and a flawless finish every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 60 ml water
• 500 ml whole milk
• 3 large eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).

Step 2

To make the caramel, combine 150 grams of the sugar and 60 ml of water in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Swirl the pan gently without stirring, to dissolve the sugar and then increase the heat to medium-high until the syrup turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully pour the caramel into the bottom of a heatproof 1-liter baking dish or divide it equally among six ramekins, tilting to cover the base evenly.

Step 5

Set the caramel aside to harden while preparing the custard.

Step 6

In a separate saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

In a bowl, whisk together the remaining 50 grams of sugar, 3 eggs, 2 egg yolks, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Step 8

Gradually whisk the warm milk into the egg mixture, adding it slowly to avoid curdling the eggs.

Step 9

Pour the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into the prepared baking dish or ramekins over the hardened caramel.

Step 10

Place the baking dish or ramekins in a larger roasting pan and pour hot water into the pan to reach halfway up the sides of the dish or ramekins, creating a water bath.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool in the water bath, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 13

To unmold, run a knife around the edges of the pudding, place a serving plate on top, and carefully invert.

Step 14

Lift off the mold, letting the caramel sauce run over the pudding.

Step 15

Serve chilled and enjoy your caramel pudding!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(965.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1408.5

Total Fat 40.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 988.9mg	0%
Sodium 563.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 225.5g
Protein 40.3g	0%

Vitamin D 383.5IU	0%
Calcium 768.3mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1026.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.3%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 63.5%