Tapioca Pudding Easy Microwave Method
Indulge in the creamy, comforting delight of homemade tapioca pudding with this quick and fuss-free Easy Microwave Method! Perfect for busy days, this recipe transforms humble pantry staples—small pearl tapioca, milk, a touch of sugar, and a dash of vanilla—into a velvety dessert in just 20 minutes. Using the microwave minimizes effort and ensures consistent results, while the tempered egg adds richness and texture to every spoonful without the need for stovetop stirring. Lightly sweetened and customizable with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon, this microwave tapioca pudding is the ultimate treat for any occasion. Serve it warm for cozy comfort or chilled for a refreshing dessert, and savor the simplicity of this timeless favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Small pearl tapioca
- 2 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine tapioca, milk, sugar, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Let the mixture soak for 5 minutes to allow the tapioca pearls to soften slightly.
Microwave the mixture on high power for 5 minutes, stopping every minute to stir to prevent sticking or clumping.
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg lightly. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of the hot tapioca mixture to the egg, whisking constantly to temper the egg.
Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the tapioca mixture and stir thoroughly.
Microwave on medium power in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each interval, until the pudding thickens. This should take about 3-5 minutes more.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the pudding cool slightly, as it will thicken further as it cools. Serve warm or refrigerate for at least 1 hour if you prefer it chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 263 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 846 mg | 18% | |
*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.
