Magnolia Bakery Pudding
A rich and creamy pudding that evokes nostalgic moments, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 180 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings (e.g., whipped cream, chocolate shavings)
Instructions
- Combine the creamy base: In a saucepan, combine milk, cream, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Heat and thicken: Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
- Temper the egg yolks: In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks. Slowly pour a little of the hot mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper them.
- Combine and cook further: Pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan and cook for another minute, stirring continuously.
- Infuse with vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
- Chill to set: Pour the pudding into a bowl or individual dessert cups and refrigerate until set. Serve with optional toppings if desired.
Notes
Store any leftover pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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