Ingredients for French Pudding
- Approximately 24 vanilla wafers
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 large eggs
- Crushed Pineapple
- Whipping Cream
- 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
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How to Make French Pudding
- Line a 9x13-inch glass dish with approximately 24 vanilla wafers.
- Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of margarine in a medium saucepan over low heat.
- Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk 4 large eggs lightly. Gradually whisk the eggs into the warm margarine mixture, ensuring a smooth consistency.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the layer of vanilla wafers in the prepared dish.
- Spread 1 (20 ounce) can of crushed pineapple (drained) evenly over the custard layer.
- In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Spread the whipped cream evenly over the pineapple layer.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped pecans over the whipped cream.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
127g
Fat
47g
Carbs
19g