Vanilla Pudding Pastry Filling Fast
Whip up a luscious and velvety Vanilla Pudding Pastry Filling in just 15 minutes with this quick and easy recipe! Made with pantry staples like whole milk, granulated sugar, and real vanilla extract, this creamy custard boasts a silky texture and a rich flavor that’s perfect for filling éclairs, cream puffs, tarts, or layering in your favorite desserts. The recipe uses a simple stovetop method with minimal prep, featuring a delicate balance of tempered egg yolks and butter for a flawlessly smooth finish. Whether you're creating bakery-worthy pastries or an indulgent treat at home, this fast vanilla pudding filling is your go-to for sweet success.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and free from lumps.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble. This will take about 5–7 minutes.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Step 4
Return the tempered egg yolk mixture to the saucepan. Continue cooking over medium-low heat for another 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens further.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately whisk in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 6
Transfer the pudding to a heatproof bowl. Cover the surface with plastic wrap (pressing the plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming). Let it cool to room temperature or refrigerate until fully chilled before using as a pastry filling.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (184.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 807.4 |
| Total Fat 49.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 646.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 327.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 83.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 67.4g | |
| Protein 8.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 54.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 79.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 83.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories