Strawberry Pudding Recipe

Experience the taste of summer with this vibrant Danish strawberry pudding recipe! A delightful twist on a classic, this recipe uses lemon zest to elevate the naturally sweet flavor of fresh strawberries. Easy to make and incredibly refreshing, it's the perfect dessert for a warm afternoon. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant treat!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 153.4 kcal

Protein 1g

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Ingredients for Strawberry Pudding

1 pound fresh strawberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water, plus 2 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup baking splenda, optional

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How to Make Strawberry Pudding

Clean and rinse 1 pound of fresh strawberries.
Hull and halve or quarter larger strawberries.
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium heat.
Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and the strawberries. Simmer until strawberries are tender, about 8 minutes.
Gently mash some of the strawberries against the side of the pan with a spoon if you prefer a less chunky texture. Leave some whole berries for texture.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the strawberry mixture.
Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract).
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly, until thickened and glossy (about 2 minutes).
Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl.
If using baking splenda, stir in 1/4 cup (or to taste) just before cooling.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until completely chilled.
Serve chilled. Garnish with whipped cream, cool whip, vanilla yogurt, chocolate shavings, or cocoa powder, as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

122g

Fat

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Strawberry Pudding?

Strawberry Pudding takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Strawberry Pudding?

Strawberry Pudding has approximately 153.4 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Strawberry Pudding?

The key ingredients for Strawberry Pudding are Strawberries, Sugar, Water, Cornstarch, Vanilla, Lemon Zest. See the full list with measurements above.