Description
These homemade vanilla pudding cups are smooth, creamy, and full of rich vanilla flavor. Made with simple pantry staples and served in individual portions, they’re a comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 cups half-and-half
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Slowly whisk in the half-and-half until smooth.
- Add the egg yolks and whisk until fully combined.
- Place saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly.
- Reduce heat to medium and continue to stir for about 2 minutes, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot pudding into 6 individual cups or jars, leaving some space at the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until fully set.
- Serve chilled, plain or with desired toppings.
Notes
- Strain the pudding before chilling for extra smooth texture.
- Replace half the vanilla with almond extract for a flavor twist.
- Top with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or nuts before serving.
- Whole milk can be used instead of half-and-half for a lighter pudding.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pudding cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
