Homemade Pudding

Pudding is a popular dessert enjoyed by people of all ages all over the world. Surprisingly, homemade pudding is easy to make and extremely satisfying. You’ll need a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, but you’ll be rewarded with a fresh, creamy bowl of homemade pudding.

Homemade pudding is an affordable and delicious dessert option that can be tailored to fit your taste preferences and dietary needs. Whether you’d like a chocolate-based pudding, a fruit-flavored pudding, or a vegan, gluten-free pudding, you’re sure to find a satisfying recipe. Here are two simple recipes for you to try!

Basic Vanilla Pudding

Ingredients:

– 3/4 cup sugar
– 1/3 cup cornstarch
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 ½ cups milk (can use almond milk or other non-dairy milk for vegan pudding)
– 3 tablespoons butter (can use vegan butter for vegan pudding)
– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt until combined.

2. Gradually add the milk and whisk until the mixture is free of lumps.

3. Place the pan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.

4. Boil for one minute, stirring constantly, until the mixture is glossy and thick.

5. Remove the pan from the heat.

6. Stir in the butter and the vanilla extract until the butter is melted and fully incorporated.

7. Transfer the pudding to a bowl or individual bowls and cover with plastic wrap. Make sure the plastic wrap touches the top of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.

8. Refrigerate for at least three hours before serving.

Chocolate Pudding

Ingredients:

– 3/4 cup sugar
– 1/3 cup cornstarch
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 ½ cups milk (can use almond milk or other non-dairy milk for vegan pudding)
– 3 tablespoons butter (can use vegan butter for vegan pudding)
– 1/2 cup cocoa powder
– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, salt, and cocoa powder until combined.

2. Gradually add the milk and whisk until the mixture is free of lumps.

3. Place the pan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.

4. Boil for one minute, stirring constantly, until the mixture is glossy and thick.

5. Remove the pan from the heat.

6. Stir in the butter and the vanilla extract until the butter is melted and fully incorporated.

7. Transfer the pudding to a bowl or individual bowls and cover with plastic wrap. Make sure the plastic wrap touches the top of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.

8. Refrigerate for at least three hours before serving.

No matter which recipe you choose, homemade pudding is sure to be a hit. Enjoy your delicious, creamy dessert with friends and family and revel in the satisfaction of having made it all by yourself!