Easy Strawberry Pudding
Indulge in the luscious, fruity flavors of this Easy Strawberry Pudding, a delightful homemade treat that's as simple as it is satisfying. Made with fresh strawberries, creamy milk, and a hint of vanilla, this dessert combines wholesome ingredients to create a velvety pudding bursting with natural sweetness. Perfect for busy days, it comes together in just 25 minutes of hands-on time and requires minimal effort with simple pantry staples like cornstarch and sugar. Serve it chilled for a refreshing summer dessert, and don’t forget to garnish with fresh strawberries or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of elegance. Whether you're catering to kids or impressing dinner guests, this creamy strawberry pudding recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then puree them in a blender or food processor until smooth.
In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberry puree and granulated sugar. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of milk to create a smooth slurry. Make sure there are no lumps.
In the same saucepan, whisk together the remaining milk, heavy cream, cornstarch slurry, vanilla extract, and salt.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken (about 5-6 minutes). Once thickened, reduce the heat to low and cook for another 1-2 minutes, still stirring.
Add the strawberry puree to the thickened mixture, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 1 minute, then remove from heat.
Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Allow it to cool slightly, then cover with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap touches the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
Refrigerate the pudding for at least 2 hours to set completely. Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh strawberries or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.4 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.1 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 826 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 657 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1211 mg | 26% | |
*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.
