Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of homemade Vanilla Pudding topped with a colorful array of fresh fruit. This classic dessert is a delightful combination of rich flavors and vibrant textures that will satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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Pudding:
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For Serving:
- 2 cups fresh fruit (such as sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or kiwi)
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pudding: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth. Cook over medium heat until thickened and bubbling. Reduce heat to low. Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl. Slowly mix hot milk into yolks. Return mixture to saucepan and cook until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla.
- Serving: Pour pudding into dishes, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for 2 hours. Top with fresh fruit and mint before serving.
Notes
- Experiment with various seasonal fruits
- For extra richness, substitute 1/2 cup of milk with heavy cream
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
