Easy Healthy Microwave Vanilla Pudding or Pie Filling
Indulge in the creamy simplicity of this *Easy Healthy Microwave Vanilla Pudding or Pie Filling*, a versatile dessert that’s as quick as it is satisfying! Made with just a handful of pantry staples like milk, cornstarch, and vanilla extract, this recipe skips the stove in favor of an efficient microwave method—ready in under 15 minutes! Whether you’re craving a silky-smooth pudding or a luscious pie filling, this recipe delivers a light-yet-decadent treat with customizable sweetness and optional butter for added richness. Serve it warm for cozy comfort, chilled as a refreshing dessert, or layered into your favorite pie crust. Ideal for busy weeknights or simple indulgences, this healthier homemade pudding is a no-fuss way to elevate any dessert table.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar or preferred sweetener
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Butter (optional, for extra creaminess)
Directions
Step 1
In a microwave-safe glass bowl or large measuring cup, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
Step 2
Gradually whisk in the milk a little at a time to ensure a smooth mixture with no lumps.
Step 3
Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes. Remove from the microwave and whisk well.
Step 4
Return the mixture to the microwave and heat in 1-minute intervals, whisking after each interval, until the mixture thickens. This should take 6-8 minutes in total, depending on your microwave. The mixture should coat the back of a spoon once thickened.
Step 5
Remove from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract. If using butter, add it now and stir until fully melted and incorporated.
Step 6
Allow the pudding to cool slightly if serving warm, or cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for a chilled dessert or pie filling.
Step 7
Serve plain, topped with fruit, or use as a filling for your favorite pie crust.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (564.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 587.0 |
| Total Fat 22.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 74.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 333.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.7g | |
| Protein 16.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 223.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 614.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 783.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories