This classic butterscotch pudding is the ultimate comfort food, offering a velvety smooth texture and deep, caramel-like sweetness. By cooking dry pudding mix from scratch with fresh milk and butter, you avoid artificial preservatives and achieve a richer, more authentic flavor than any instant box could provide. The addition of a tempered egg and vanilla extract in the final step adds a luxurious custard-like richness that elevates the dish. It’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or as a nostalgic treat served with fresh berries or whipped cream. Simple ingredients come together to create a decadent dessert that feels homemade and hearty.
Egg Recipe
Description
This classic butterscotch pudding is the ultimate comfort food, offering a velvety smooth texture and deep, caramel-like sweetness. By cooking dry pudding mix from scratch with fresh milk and butter, you avoid artificial preservatives and achieve a richer, more authentic flavor than any instant box could provide. The addition of a tempered egg and vanilla extract in the final step adds a luxurious custard-like richness that elevates the dish. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or as a nostalgic treat served with fresh berries or whipped cream. Simple ingredients come together to create a decadent dessert that feels homemade and hearty.Ingredients
Directions
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Measure 1/2 cup of butterscotch pudding mix into a medium saucepan.
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Add 2 cups of milk to the saucepan and whisk until the mix is fully dissolved and there are no lumps.
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Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or whisk.
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Continue cooking until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
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Once boiling, continue to cook and stir for exactly 1 minute to ensure the cornstarch is fully cooked.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat.
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In a small bowl, lightly beat one egg with 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
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Slowly pour a small amount of the hot pudding into the egg mixture while whisking rapidly to temper the egg.
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Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan and stir in 1 tablespoon of butter.
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Stir the pudding vigorously for about 30 seconds until smooth and glossy.
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Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes.
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Cover the dishes with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
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Let sit for a minute or two, then uncover and give a final stir if desired.
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Serve warm or refrigerate until chilled and thickened.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2563.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 42.5g66%
- Saturated Fat 22.9g115%
- Cholesterol 82.2mg28%
- Sodium 6183.6mg258%
- Total Carbohydrate 529.5g177%
- Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
- Sugars 348.8g
- Protein 19.8g40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
