VANILLA PUDDING

Hey there, dessert lovers! Today, I’m excited to share with you a classic recipe for creamy vanilla pudding that’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk (whole, low-fat or nonfat)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes, or until the pudding thickens.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and melted butter.
5. Pour into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set.

Nutrition Chart (per serving):

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 3g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 50mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 20g
• Protein: 3g

Variations:

1. Chocolate Pudding: Add 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder to the mixture before cooking.
2. Fruit Pudding: Fold in 1 cup mixed berries, diced mango, or sliced banana after chilling.
3. Pistachio Pudding: Add 1/4 teaspoon pistachio extract and 1/4 cup chopped pistachios before chilling.
4. Coconut Pudding: Replace 1 cup milk with coconut milk and add 1/4 teaspoon coconut extract.
5. Salted Caramel Pudding: Drizzle with salted caramel sauce after chilling.