Fantastic Vanilla Pudding Recipe

Whip up a batch of this incredibly smooth and creamy vanilla pudding in just minutes! Perfect as a standalone dessert, or use it as the star ingredient in pies, parfaits, and more. Easily customize it – add chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or your favorite mix-ins after boiling for a unique twist! This recipe is your secret weapon for delicious and effortless desserts.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 116.1 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Fantastic Vanilla Pudding

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How to Make Fantastic Vanilla Pudding

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 2 cups milk.
  2. Whisk vigorously until all ingredients are completely combined and there are no lumps.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil. This should take about 7-8 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and continue to boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent sticking and burning.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a larger bowl.
  7. Cover the surface of the pudding with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to fully set and chill. Serve cold for the best results.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

62g

Fat

3g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fantastic Vanilla Pudding?

Fantastic Vanilla Pudding takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fantastic Vanilla Pudding?

Fantastic Vanilla Pudding has approximately 116.1 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fantastic Vanilla Pudding?

The key ingredients for Fantastic Vanilla Pudding are 1% Low Fat Milk, Cornstarch, Maple Syrup, Salt, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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