Creamy Vanilla Happiness – a Delicious Dessert Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for serving
- Grated chocolate or ground cinnamon, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
- In a medium saucepan, stir together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Place the pot over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Gradually add about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks, stirring constantly to temper them.
- Add the warmed egg yolk mixture to the pot along with the remaining milk mixture, stirring constantly.
- Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a pudding-like consistency, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Divide the pudding between individual serving plates or a large serving bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and place the wrap directly on the surface of the pudding to prevent a crust from forming.
- Refrigerate the pudding for at least 2 hours or until cold and firm.
- Before serving, sprinkle each portion with a dollop of whipped cream and, if desired, a pinch of grated chocolate or ground cinnamon.
Enjoy!