Description
A creamy homemade vanilla pudding topped with a vibrant mix of fresh fruit, providing a delightful and refreshing dessert that’s both easy to prepare and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Fruit Topping
- 1 1/2 cups mixed fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, or mango)
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Milk: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Cook the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly to prevent lumps and cook until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Temper the Egg Yolks: In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Slowly whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks to gently raise their temperature and prevent curdling.
- Combine and Cook Further: Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly. Continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until the pudding is thick and smooth.
- Add Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully melted and incorporated, enhancing the creamy texture and flavor.
- Chill the Pudding: Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Add Fruit and Garnish: Before serving, top the pudding with the mixed fresh fruit and optionally garnish with mint leaves for a fresh aroma and presentation.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use vegan butter.
- You can layer the pudding and fruit alternately in glasses to create a visually appealing parfait-style dessert.
- Be sure to whisk constantly during cooking to avoid lumps and sticking.
- Pressing plastic wrap directly on pudding prevents a skin from forming while chilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup pudding with fruit
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
