A simple and delicious homemade pudding recipe that is perfect for any occasion. This pudding is creamy, easy to prepare, and made with basic ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 30 grams butter
- 45 grams cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 480 ml milk
- 1 pinch salt
- 150 grams sugar
- 5 ml vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
Step 2
Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
Step 3
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly.
Step 5
Remove from heat and gradually whisk about 1 cup of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks.
Step 6
Return the egg yolk mixture to the saucepan and bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
Step 7
Cook for 2 more minutes, then remove from heat.
Step 8
Stir in butter and vanilla extract until fully melted and combined.
Step 9
Pour pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
Step 10
Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.