Description
Indulge in this luscious Soft and Sweet Vanilla Dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. This creamy pudding is infused with the rich flavor of vanilla and can be customized with various delightful toppings.
Ingredients
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Milk Mixture:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, fresh berries, crushed cookies, or caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare Milk Mixture: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly add milk while whisking to prevent lumps.
- Cook Mixture: Place saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbling (about 6–8 minutes).
- Finish Pudding: Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour into serving dishes. Cool for 10–15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until set.
- Serve: Enjoy plain or top with desired toppings.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use plant-based butter.
- For richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- This dessert is versatile and can be used in trifles or parfaits.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
