Creamy Vanilla Pudding for Two
Indulge in the simple yet sumptuous delight of Creamy Vanilla Pudding for Two—a quick and easy dessert perfect for an intimate evening or just when you’re craving something sweet and comforting. Made with pantry staples like whole milk, sugar, and a touch of butter, this silky-smooth pudding is elevated by the rich flavor of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for balance. It takes just 15 minutes to prepare and comes together on the stovetop with straightforward steps like tempering an egg yolk for a luscious thickness. Whether served as-is or topped with whipped cream and fresh berries, this small-batch vanilla pudding is a luxurious way to satisfy your sweet tooth without the fuss. Perfectly portioned, creamy, and packed with flavor, it’s a dessert designed to impress with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and pinch of salt to combine.
Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth, making sure there are no lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and comes to a gentle simmer, about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolk. Slowly drizzle about 2 tablespoons of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk while whisking constantly to temper it.
Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly to combine.
Continue to cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (it should coat the back of a spoon), about 2-3 more minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Pour the pudding into two small serving dishes or ramekins. Cover with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
Let the pudding cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.3 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 245 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 244 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 397 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
