Hasty Pudding
Transport yourself to the comfort of simpler times with this creamy and nostalgic Hasty Pudding recipe, an easy-to-make dessert or breakfast treat bursting with warmth and flavor. Made with pantry staples like milk, yellow cornmeal, brown sugar, and aromatic spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect quick comfort food. The pudding thickens to a luscious consistency on the stovetop, and a touch of vanilla extract enhances its warm, homey flavor. Serve it hot or slightly cooled, and elevate it with optional toppings like whipped cream, maple syrup, or fresh berries for a customizable finish. Perfect for cozy nights or a special morning treat, this traditional dish is a timeless classic that’s as delightful as it is simple to prepare. Keywords: Hasty Pudding, quick dessert recipe, cornmeal pudding, cozy comfort food, easy homemade pudding.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 0.75 cups yellow cornmeal
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- optional toppings (e.g., whipped cream, maple syrup, or fresh berries)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to steam, but do not let it come to a boil.
Gradually whisk in the yellow cornmeal, a little at a time, to prevent lumps from forming.
Stir in the brown sugar and salt, and continue to whisk the mixture until it thickens, approximately 10-15 minutes.
Once the mixture has thickened, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Divide the pudding into serving bowls and let it cool slightly before serving.
Optional: Top each bowl with whipped cream, a drizzle of maple syrup, or fresh berries for added flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.5 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 1588 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.9 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1283 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1763 mg | 38% | |
*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.
