French Pudding Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible French Pudding, a gooey, dreamy dessert passed down from a family friend! This easy recipe features layers of buttery vanilla wafers, creamy custard, sweet pineapple, and crunchy pecans. Prepare to be amazed by its melt-in-your-mouth texture and delightful flavor combination. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a special treat for yourself!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 535.8 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for French Pudding

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How to Make French Pudding

  1. Line a 9x13-inch glass dish with approximately 24 vanilla wafers.
  2. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of margarine in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk 4 large eggs lightly. Gradually whisk the eggs into the warm margarine mixture, ensuring a smooth consistency.
  5. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the layer of vanilla wafers in the prepared dish.
  6. Spread 1 (20 ounce) can of crushed pineapple (drained) evenly over the custard layer.
  7. 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.
  8. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the pineapple layer.
  9. Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped pecans over the whipped cream.
  10. 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