Pudding in a Cup

Indulge in the ultimate single-serving dessert with this quick and creamy "Pudding in a Cup" recipe, perfect for when you need a sweet treat in just 10 minutes! Made with simple pantry staples like whole milk, sugar, and cornstarch, this delightful pudding can be customized to your cravings—add cocoa powder for a rich, chocolatey twist or keep it classic with pure vanilla extract. The convenience of microwaving means there’s no need for a stovetop, and this recipe delivers a velvety smooth texture every time. Enjoy it warm for instant comfort or let it chill for a cool, silky delight. Whether you're treating yourself after dinner or whipping up a quick snack, this pudding is the epitome of effortless, homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate pudding)
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

In a microwave-safe mug or cup, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and cocoa powder (if making chocolate pudding).

Step 2

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to dissolve the dry ingredients completely.

Step 3

Add a pinch of salt and stir again to combine.

Step 4

Place the cup in the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute.

Step 5

Remove the cup from the microwave and whisk thoroughly to prevent lumps.

Step 6

Repeat heating in 30-second intervals, whisking well after each, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency (about 2–3 additional minutes).

Step 7

Stir in the vanilla extract once thickened.

Step 8

Let the pudding cool slightly and enjoy warm, or refrigerate for 20 minutes to serve chilled.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(284.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	293.5

Total Fat 8.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 29.3mg	0%
Sodium 234.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 9.1g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 307.1mg	0%
Iron 0.5mg	0%
Potassium 452.8mg	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: 25.6%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 62.4%