Homemade Vanilla Pudding

There’s something so comforting about homemade vanilla pudding—it’s simple, creamy, and full of rich vanilla flavor. Once you’ve made it from scratch, it’s hard to go back to the boxed stuff. This version is silky smooth, perfectly sweet, and makes the perfect base for layered desserts like trifles or banana pudding... or just enjoyed on its own by the spoonful!

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Recipe

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Total: 30 min

Yields 10-12 servings

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Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or a heaping ¼ tsp)

• 4 egg + one yolk

• 3 cups milk

• 3 tablespoons butter, softened

• 2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan (off heat), whisk together the sugar, flour, salt, eggs, and milk.

2. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and cook slowly, stirring constantly.

3. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens to pudding consistency (about 10–15 minutes).

4. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted.

5. Let cool slightly; press plastic wrap onto the surface and chill for 30 minutes.

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