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Vanilla Pudding

This homemade pudding beats any store-bought version and takes just 20 minutes to make. The key is whisking constantly to prevent lumps and straining at the end for that silky smooth texture.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

Ingredients (~6 servings)

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 1/4 cups whole milk
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Whisk sugar, flour, and salt in a medium saucepan until combined.
  • Add egg yolks and whole egg, whisk until smooth.
  • Slowly whisk in milk and heavy cream until incorporated.
  • Place over medium heat and whisk constantly for 8-10 minutes until thickened and pudding coats the back of a spoon.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract.
  • Pour through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl.
  • Press plastic wrap directly onto pudding surface.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until completely set.
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