Description
Creamy butterscotch pudding transports dessert lovers to nostalgic comfort with its rich, silky texture. Smooth caramel notes and velvety consistency make this classic treat an irresistible indulgence you’ll savor down to the last spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups (652 ml) whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup (220 g) brown sugar, packed
Thickening Agents:
- 2 tablespoons (16 g) cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan, ensuring a uniform mixture without clumps.
- Slowly pour whole milk into the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to create a smooth base. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until it begins to thicken and bubbles form around the edges (5-7 minutes).
- Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl until completely smooth. Carefully stream a small portion of the hot milk mixture into the yolks, stirring vigorously to prevent curdling.
- Return the tempered egg mixture to the saucepan, whisking constantly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pudding reaches a thick, custard-like consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and incorporate butter and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture becomes glossy and completely smooth.
- Transfer the pudding to individual serving dishes or a large bowl, ensuring an even distribution.
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the pudding’s surface to prevent skin formation. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill and set completely.
- Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or a light dusting of cinnamon before serving cold.
Notes
- Prevent lumpy pudding by whisking constantly while heating and using cornstarch to create smooth texture.
- Tempering eggs carefully ensures silky consistency without scrambling, so pour hot liquid gradually while stirring vigorously.
- Use dark brown sugar for deeper, richer butterscotch flavor and enhance sweetness with a pinch of sea salt.
- Make dairy-free version by substituting whole milk with coconut milk and using plant-based butter for creamy alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg