How to Make Pudding

Pudding

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Here’s a simple recipe for homemade pudding (vanilla or chocolate)! Do you prefer vanilla, chocolate, or a different flavor? Let me know if you'd like an alternative!

Ingredients

2 cups milk (whole milk works best)
½ cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch (or ¼ cup flour for thicker pudding)
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for vanilla pudding)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional for chocolate pudding)
1 tablespoon butter (for creaminess, optional)

Instructions

1. Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, salt, and cocoa powder (if making chocolate).

2. Add Milk Gradually:

Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

3. Cook Over Medium Heat:

Place the saucepan on medium heat. Continue whisking gently but constantly as the mixture heats up.
It will gradually thicken after about 5-7 minutes.

4. Remove & Add Vanilla:

Once the pudding is thick enough to coat a spoon, remove it from the heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract (and butter, if using) for extra creaminess.

5. Cool & Serve:

Pour the pudding into serving cups or bowls.
Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours.

Optional Toppings: