Easy Vanilla Pudding

Indulge in the creamy, homemade goodness of Easy Vanilla Pudding, a classic dessert that comes together effortlessly with just seven simple ingredients. This recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and velvety texture, thanks to the combination of whole milk, rich egg yolks, and pure vanilla extract. Ready in just 20 minutes of hands-on time, it’s a quick, from-scratch treat that’s miles ahead of store-bought varieties. Whether served chilled as a comforting dessert or used as a versatile filling for pies and pastries, this pudding is a crowd-pleaser for all ages. With no artificial flavors or preservatives, it’s the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 3 large Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time, to avoid clumping, then whisk in the egg yolks until smooth.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and continue whisking for 1-2 minutes to fully cook the pudding and remove any starchy taste.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Transfer the pudding to a bowl and press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve the pudding chilled in individual bowls or use as a filling for your favorite desserts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	914.3 grams (914.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1102

Total Fat 37.00g	47%
Saturated Fat 18.40g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 641mg	214%
Sodium 600mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 158.40g	58%
Dietary Fiber 0.20g	1%
Total Sugars 135.60g
Protein 32.10g	64%

Vitamin D 377IU	1885%
Calcium 970mg	75%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 1157mg	25%

*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: 30.4%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 57.9%