Best 2 Low Fat Vanilla Pudding Recipes

Low-fat vanilla pudding is a delicious and creamy dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is made with skim milk, non-fat dry milk, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt. Despite being low in fat, it is still rich and flavorful. Low-fat vanilla pudding is also a good source of calcium and protein. It can be used as a topping for cakes and pies, or it can be eaten on its own as a snack or dessert.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LOW-FAT VANILLA PUDDING

Low-Fat Vanilla Pudding image

I assure you won't miss the fat and calories in this good-for-you pudding. It's a cool, creamy dessert or anytime snack.-Laura Letobar, Livonia, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1 cup fat-free sugar-free vanilla yogurt
1 package (.9 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Maraschino cherries, optional
Mint leaves, optional

Steps:

In a mixing bow, combine milk, yogurt, pudding mix and vanilla. Beat on high speed for 2 minutes. Spoon into serving dishes. Chill. If desired, garnish with cherries and mint.

Nutrition Facts :

SUMMER PUDDING WITH LOW-FAT VANILLA CUSTARD SAUCE

Summer Pudding with Low-Fat Vanilla Custard Sauce image

Categories Berry Dairy Dessert Summer Chill Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3/4 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1 16-ounce package fresh strawberries, hulled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 1/2 cups)
2 1/2-pint baskets fresh raspberries
2 1/2-pint baskets fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 3-ounce packages (about) soft sponge-cake ladyfingers
Low-fat Vanilla Custard Sauce

Steps:

Stir 3/4 cup water and sugar in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves. Add strawberries and raspberries and bring just to boil, stirring constantly until berries release their juices, about 5 minutes. Stir in blueberries. Remove from heat. Let stand until lukewarm, about 30 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Strain berry mixture, reserving berries and juices separately.
Arrange 15 ladyfingers, side by side and standing upright, around inside of 5- to 6-cup soufflé dish (about 7 inches in diameter and 3 inches high). Arrange 6 ladyfingers in bottom of dish, trimming to fit. Spoon half of berries into lined dish. Top with 6 ladyfingers, trimming to fit. Spoon remaining berries over. Top with 8 ladyfingers, trimming to fit. Cover with plastic wrap; place small plate atop pudding to weigh down. Chill pudding and juices separately overnight.
Peel back plastic wrap. Invert pudding onto plate. Spoon some of reserved juices over. Cut into wedges and serve with Low-fat Vanilla Custard Sauce.

Tips:

Use skim milk and low-fat yogurt instead of whole milk and regular yogurt to reduce fat content.
Use cornstarch or arrowroot starch instead of flour as a thickener for a gluten-free pudding.
Sweeten the pudding with honey, maple syrup, or stevia instead of sugar for a healthier option.
Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor of the pudding.
For a richer flavor, use vanilla bean paste or extract instead of vanilla powder.
Serve the pudding with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or granola for a delicious and nutritious snack or dessert.

Conclusion:

This low-fat vanilla pudding is a delicious and healthy dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a classic vanilla pudding or something a little more unique, this recipe is sure to please.