Description
A simple and delightful recipe for creamy vanilla pudding cups, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking to combine.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and starts to boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until smooth.
- Pour the pudding into individual cups and let it cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of low-fat milk.
- Top with whipped cream or fresh fruit for added decoration.
- This pudding can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg