Best 5 Homemade Instant Vanilla Pudding Recipes

Craving a luscious and creamy treat? Indulge in the delightful simplicity of homemade instant vanilla pudding. This classic dessert is a nostalgic childhood favorite elevated by its velvety texture and rich vanilla flavor. Made with pantry staples like milk, sugar, flour, cornstarch, and vanilla extract, this recipe is a testament to the magic of transforming everyday ingredients into an extraordinary culinary delight. Let's embark on a journey to create a smooth, luscious pudding that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you yearning for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

VANILLA PUDDING

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Of course you'll want to make this dish if you're celebrating National Vanilla Pudding Day on May 22,this year. But you'll love this creamy, soothing pudding recipe so much that you'll be happy to eat bowlfuls of it all year long.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
2 large egg yolks, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir 1 minute.
Gradually stir at least half of the hot mixture into egg yolks, then stir back into hot mixture in saucepan. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla.
Pour pudding into dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

HOMEMADE SUGAR-FREE INSTANT VANILLA PUDDING

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This nifty little recipe will allow you to make your own home-made instant pudding! It relies on instant clear jel, which will set cold liquids. (Clear Jel and INSTANT Clear Jel are not the same thing - make sure you get the instant!) It's a modified corn starch, and gluten-free. You can also produce the powder in bulk (48 pkts of Equal, 2 c clear jel, 2 T vanilla powder, 1/2 t salt), and mix 3/4 c of that with 2 cups of milk. Adapted from http://bit.ly/10Aiaui

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

16 (1 g) packets Equal sugar substitute or 16 (1 g) packets Splenda sugar substitute
3/4 cup instant Clear Jel
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla powder
1/8 teaspoon table salt
4 cups milk

Steps:

Combine sweetener, clear jel, vanilla powder and salt in a blender. Run on high about 30 seconds to combine and grind the sugar to powder.
Add milk and blend on medium until smooth. Portion into 1/2 cup servings. Place a square of plastic wrap on the surface of each portion, then refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 96.1, Carbohydrate 7.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 4

HOMEMADE INSTANT VANILLA PUDDING

Homemade Instant Vanilla Pudding image

This nifty little recipe will allow you to make your own home-made instant pudding! It relies on instant clear jel, which will set cold liquids. (Clear Jel and INSTANT Clear Jel are not the same thing - make sure you get the instant!) It's a modified corn starch, and gluten-free. You can also produce the powder in bulk (2 c each sugar and clear jel, 2 T vanilla powder, 1/2 t salt), and mix 3/4 c of that with 2 cups of milk. Adapted from http://bit.ly/10Aiaui

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup instant Clear Jel
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla powder
1/8 teaspoon table salt
4 cups milk

Steps:

Combine sugar, clear jel, vanilla powder and salt in a blender. Run on high about 30 seconds to combine and grind the sugar to powder.
Add milk and blend on medium until smooth. Portion into 1/2 cup servings. Place a square of plastic wrap on the surface of each portion, then refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.6, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 96.3, Carbohydrate 24.4, Sugar 18.7, Protein 4

VANILLA PUDDING

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This is an easy and very nice tasting desert. It goes well after a heavy meal or when you want something slightly sweet.

Provided by bluebayou

Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

⅓ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

In a saucepan, combine the sugar, corn starch and salt. Add milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens. Add vanilla and continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
Pour into individual molds rinsed with cold water; chill until firm and unmold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 166.8 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

HOMEMADE VANILLA PUDDING

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A delectable dessert. There is no substitute for the butter.

Provided by Rosemary

Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups milk
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

In medium saucepan over medium heat, heat milk until bubbles form at edges. In a bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Pour into hot milk, a little at a time, stirring to dissolve. Continue to cook and stir until mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Do not boil. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and butter. Pour into serving dishes. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 173.2 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

### h3. Summary of Homemade Instant Vanilla Pudding Recipe: - This recipe is an easy and quick way to make homemade vanilla pudding using ingredients you probably already have on hand. - The pudding can be made in just 5 minutes, without any chilling time required. - It's a great dessert option for busy weeknights or when you need a last- minute treat. - The pudding can be served on its own or used as a topping for other desserts, such as cakes, cookies, or fruit. ### h3. Key Ingredients: - Milk: Whole milk is recommended for the best results, but you can use 2% or skim milk if that's what you have on hand. - Instant vanilla pudding mix: This is the base of the pudding. You can use any brand or your favorite. - Granulated sugar: This adds sweetness to the pudding. You can adjust the amount of sugar to your liking. - All-purpose flower: This helps to thicken the pudding. - Nutmeg: This adds a warm, nutty spice to the pudding. You can omit it if you don't like nutmeg. ### h3. Step-by-Step Instructions: 1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the pudding mix, sugar, flower, and nutmeg. 2. In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer over medium heat. 3. Slowly whisk the dry ingredients into the simmering milk. 4. Cook, stirring, over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture starts to thicken. 5. Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls or ramekins. 6. Serve immediately or chill for later. ### h3. Variations: - For a richer pudding, use heavy cream instead of milk. - Add a tablespoon of vanilla extra to the pudding mix for a more pronounced vanilla favor. - For a chocolate pudding, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients. - For a fruit pudding, fold in your favorite fresh or canned fruit just before serving. ### h3. Serving Suggestions: - Serve the pudding on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream. - Use the pudding as a topping for cakes, cookies, or fruit. - Make a pudding parfait by layering pudding, fruit, and whipped cream in a glass or parfait dish. ### h3. Storing: - The pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. - You can also freeze the pudding for up to 2 months. Simply thaw the pudding in the refrigerator before serving. ### h3. How to Make Instant Vanilla Pudding without Milk: - If you don't have milk on hand, you can make instant vanilla pudding using water. - Simply use 1 cup of water instead of milk in the recipe. - The pudding will be slightly thinner than if you used milk, but it will still be delicious. ### h3. How to Make Instant Vanilla Pudding without Instant Pudding mix: - If you don't have instant pudding mix, you can make your own using cornstarch. - In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of cornstarch, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/4 cup of all-purpose flower. - Follow the same steps in the recipe above, using the cornstarch mixture instead of the instant pudding mix.