Description
Indulge in the creamy and festive flavors of this Eggnog Tapioca Pudding. A delightful holiday dessert that combines the richness of eggnog with the comforting texture of tapioca pearls.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup small pearl tapioca
- 2 1/2 cups eggnog
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of ground nutmeg (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Soak Tapioca: Combine tapioca, eggnog, and milk in a saucepan. Let soak for 30 minutes.
- Cook Tapioca: Stir in sugar and salt. Cook over medium heat until gently bubbling, about 8–10 minutes.
- Temper Egg Yolks: Whisk yolks, then mix with hot tapioca. Cook until thickened, about 4–6 minutes.
- Finish Pudding: Stir in vanilla and nutmeg. Cool slightly and serve topped with nutmeg or whipped cream.
Notes
Notes:
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat eggnog.
- This pudding can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Stir before serving if chilled.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus soaking)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
