Peanut Butter Butterscotch Pudding
Indulge in the luscious, nostalgic flavors of Peanut Butter Butterscotch Pudding, a creamy dessert that's sure to delight your taste buds. This decadent treat combines the silky richness of whole milk and heavy cream with the deep, caramelized sweetness of dark brown sugar and butterscotch chips. The addition of smooth peanut butter takes the pudding to new heights, creating a luxurious, nutty depth of flavor. Perfectly thickened with cornstarch and infused with a dash of vanilla, this pudding delivers a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Quick to prepare with only 10 minutes of prep time, it’s ideal for weeknight indulgence or as an elegant addition to a dinner party menu. Top it off with airy whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts for a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the pudding’s creamy base. This show-stopping dessert is as visually enticing as it is delicious—prepare to impress with every spoonful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Dark brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 0.333 cup Smooth peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Butterscotch chips
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Crushed peanuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, dark brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk until the cornstarch and sugar dissolve completely.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble. This will take about 8–10 minutes.
Once the mixture thickens, reduce the heat to low and add the peanut butter and butterscotch chips. Stir until they are completely melted and incorporated into the pudding base.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or ramekins. Cover each dish directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming on the surface.
Allow the pudding to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
Before serving, top with whipped cream and crushed peanuts, if desired, for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.5 g | 315% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.8 g | 699% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 1266 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 278.2 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 224.7 g | ||
| Protein | 47.2 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 950 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1230 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.
