Laurel's Kitchen Vanilla Pudding
Indulge in the creamy, homemade decadence of Laurel's Kitchen Vanilla Pudding—a timeless dessert that combines rich, velvety texture with the comforting warmth of pure vanilla. This classic pudding recipe is made with pantry staples like whole milk, egg yolks, and a touch of unsalted butter, creating a luxuriously smooth treat that's perfect for any occasion. From the gentle thickening on the stovetop to the delicate tempering of egg yolks, this pudding is as much a joy to prepare as it is to eat. Serve it chilled, either on its own or topped with whipped cream or fresh fruit, for a dessert that’s as elegant as it is simple. Ready in under 30 minutes (plus chilling time), it’s a delightful, crowd-pleasing way to bring a bit of nostalgia to your dessert table. Perfect for lovers of homemade desserts, creamy comfort food, and easy-to-make custards!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
Step 2
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to ensure there are no lumps.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and comes to a gentle boil. This should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 4
Once thickened, reduce the heat to low.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly temper the egg yolks by adding a small amount (about 1/4 cup) of the hot milk mixture to the yolks while whisking constantly.
Step 6
Pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan, whisking thoroughly to combine.
Step 7
Continue cooking the pudding over low heat for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens further. Do not let it boil.
Step 8
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 9
Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
Step 10
Allow the pudding to cool to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator to chill completely, about 2 hours.
Step 11
Serve chilled as is or with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or your favorite topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (683.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1108.1 |
| Total Fat 48.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 489.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 798.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 146.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 124.7g | |
| Protein 21.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 251.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 653.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 793.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories