Butterscotch Pudding
Ingredients
- 6egg yolks
- 1 ½ cbrown sugar
firmly packed, dark or light
- 3 tbspcornstarch
- ½ tspsea salt
- 3 chalf and half or whole milk
- 4 tbspunsalted butter
cubed
- 1 tspvanilla extract
Directions
- 1
Set out six small ramekins or bowls. (I like to place them on a quarter sheet pan so it's easier to move to the fridge.)
- 2
Whisk together egg yolks, brown sugar, cornstarch, salt and about a 1/4 cup of the half and half (or milk) in a 2 or 3 quart saucepan. Continue whisking until mixture is smooth and lump-free.
- 3
Gradually whisk in the remaining half and half (or milk).
- 4
Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer, whisking frequently.
- 5
Once the mixture is at a simmer, whisk constantly for 2 minutes keeping it at a simmer - do not let it come to a boil.
- 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the cubed unsalted butter and vanilla extract.
- 7
Pour the pudding mixture through a fine mesh sieve and into a large measuring cup. Divide the pudding evenly among the ramekins and cover with plastic wrap.
- 8
Refrigerate until the pudding is set and chilled, about 4 hours or overnight.
- 9
Remove plastic and serve chilled.
Butterscotch Pudding
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About this Recipe
Craving that deeply satisfying, old-fashioned dessert experience without all the fuss? This easy homemade Butterscotch Pudding delivers classic comfort, promising to make you say goodbye to boxed mixes forever with its rich, silky texture.
Forget lengthy preparations; this luxurious pudding comes together in mere minutes, transforming simple pantry staples into a truly gourmet treat. The combination of egg yolks and cornstarch creates an unparalleled silky smooth, rich, and creamy consistency, making every spoonful a pure delight. This recipe truly captures authentic butterscotch flavor with ease.
Prepare for an incredibly indulgent dessert that truly lives up to its name. Each spoonful of this Butterscotch Pudding offers a velvety texture that melts in your mouth, infused with the deep, caramelized sweetness of brown sugar perfectly balanced by a hint of sea salt and the aromatic warmth of vanilla extract. You'll find it incredibly rich yet beautifully balanced, thanks to the careful blend of half and half or whole milk with egg yolks for a perfect, luxurious consistency. This truly creamy dessert is designed to satisfy the sweetest cravings. This recipe yields 6 generous servings, with each portion providing a decadent 427 calories of pure dessert bliss.
Customization & Variations
You have control over the depth of your butterscotch flavor by choosing your brown sugar. Opt for dark brown sugar for a more intense, molasses-rich profile, or use light brown sugar for a milder, sweeter experience. Additionally, the recipe offers flexibility with its dairy base; use half and half for a supremely rich and decadent result, or whole milk for a still wonderfully creamy, yet slightly lighter, texture.
This luscious dessert is ideal for capping off a comforting family meal, a special gathering, or simply as a well-deserved, easy-to-make treat after a long day. Serve it chilled, perhaps garnished with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of extra sea salt, allowing its inherent richness and inviting color to shine.