Vanilla Pudding Dessert

Indulge in the silky-smooth decadence of homemade Vanilla Pudding Dessert, a timeless treat that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. This classic recipe combines pantry staples like whole milk, granulated sugar, and velvety egg yolks to create a luscious, creamy pudding with just a hint of richness from unsalted butter and the warm, aromatic flavor of pure vanilla extract. Ready in under 30 minutes and chilled to perfection, this versatile dessert can be served plain or elevated with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of cookie crumbles for a gourmet touch. Perfect for weeknight indulgence or elegant entertaining, this creamy dessert is a must-try for vanilla lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0 as needed Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0 as needed Fresh berries or cookies (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to combine the dry and wet ingredients without lumps.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble, about 7–10 minutes.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking quickly to temper them.

Step 5

Pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan, whisking constantly to incorporate.

Step 6

Cook for 2–3 more minutes over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the pudding is thick and creamy. Do not let it boil.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 8

Pour the pudding into serving dishes or ramekins. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 9

Let the pudding cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully chilled.

Step 10

Serve the vanilla pudding plain or with whipped cream, fresh berries, or crumbled cookies for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(815.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1272.1

Total Fat 58.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 689.1mg	0%
Sodium 812.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 135.8g
Protein 25.3g	0%

Vitamin D 269.6IU	0%
Calcium 702.6mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 899.2mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 50.9%