Classic Vanilla Pudding Recipe

Classic Vanilla Pudding Recipe Introduction: Vanilla pudding is a timeless dessert that's creamy, comforting, and incredibly easy to make from scratch. This classic recipe delivers a smooth and rich pudding that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a filling for pies and tarts. With a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can whip up a delicious homemade pudding that rivals any store-bought version. Ingredients: 2 ½ cups whole milk ¼ cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch ¼ teaspoon salt 3 large egg yolks 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Instructions: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the milk, whisking until smooth and well combined. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken and starts to bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly temper the yolks by adding a small amount of the hot milk mixture to them, whisking continuously. Then, return the egg yolk mixture to the saucepan.