Vegan Butterscotch Pudding

Indulge in the luxurious creaminess of Vegan Butterscotch Pudding—a sweet, plant-based twist on a classic dessert that's as satisfying as it is simple to make. This dairy-free delight comes together with rich coconut cream, velvety almond milk, and perfectly caramelized dark brown sugar, creating a silky smooth pudding with deep, toasty butterscotch flavor. Thickened to perfection with cornstarch and finished with a hint of vanilla and vegan butter, this dessert is both elegant and comforting. Ready in just 30 minutes plus chill time, it’s perfect for dinner parties or weeknight treats. Serve it chilled, garnished with sea salt or a dollop of coconut whipped cream for an irresistibly creamy, sweet-and-savory finish. Ideal for anyone craving indulgence without dairy, this vegan pudding is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut cream
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 0.75 cup dark brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegan butter

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut cream and almond milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is warm but not boiling.

Step 2

Add the dark brown sugar and salt to the saucepan, stirring continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture starts to simmer.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with a little bit of the warm almond milk mixture to form a smooth slurry.

Step 4

Gradually pour the cornstarch slurry back into the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 5

Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring often, until it thickens and begins to bubble, approximately 3-5 minutes post addition.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Pour the pudding into serving bowls or ramekins and allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 8

Once cooled, cover the puddings with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap touches the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 9

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully set.

Step 10

Serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt or a dollop of coconut whipped cream before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(963.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1918.1

Total Fat 67.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1201.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 327.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 296.6g
Protein 5.9g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 1002.5mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 659.4mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 67.5%