Vanilla Bean Pudding Cups
Savor the smooth, velvety richness of Vanilla Bean Pudding Cups—an easy yet elegant dessert. With a fragrant vanilla bean flavor, creamy texture, and topped with fresh berries and whipped cream, these pudding cups are perfect for any celebration or as a sweet indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries) for topping
- Whipped cream for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding Base: In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla bean seeds (or vanilla extract). Heat over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- Mix Egg Yolks and Cornstarch: In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Temper the Egg Mixture: Slowly pour ½ cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Combine and Thicken: Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining hot milk mixture, whisking continuously. Cook over medium heat until the pudding thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Cool the Pudding: Remove from heat, strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove lumps. Cover the surface with plastic wrap and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve: Once chilled, spoon pudding into serving cups and top with whipped cream and fresh berries.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Grand Marnier or Chambord liqueur.
- For a chocolate twist, melt semisweet chocolate and whisk it into the pudding.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- If using frozen berries, thaw them first for best texture.
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