Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two Recipe

Indulge in this luscious, creamy vanilla pudding recipe – perfect for a romantic night in or a cozy treat for two! Ready in under 20 minutes, this simple recipe delivers big on flavor. Skip the fuss and enjoy a decadent dessert made just for you and your loved one.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 187.3 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two

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How to Make Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup milk until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk 1 large egg yolk until thick and pale yellow.
  6. Gradually whisk about 1/4 cup of the hot pudding mixture into the egg yolk to temper it.
  7. Pour the tempered yolk mixture into the remaining hot pudding, whisking constantly.
  8. Return the mixture to medium heat and cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon (14g) unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  10. Pour the pudding into two 6-ounce ramekins or custard cups.
  11. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
  12. Serve and enjoy! Yield: 2 servings

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

26g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two?

Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two?

Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two has approximately 187.3 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two?

The key ingredients for Creamy Vanilla Pudding For Two are Sugar, Cornstarch, Salt, Milk, Egg Yolk, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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