Milk pudding is a classic dessert made primarily from milk, sugar, and a thickening agent like cornstarch. Whether served warm or chilled, plain or adorned with fruits, nuts, or caramel, milk pudding is a comforting treat for all ages. It is a versatile dessert known for its silky-smooth consistency and subtle sweetness.
Milk pudding recipe
Milk pudding is the easiest dessert recipe you can try. When you want to impress your guests with a dessert using minimal ingredients, then this is the recipe. You just need four ingredients and you can be as imaginable as you are to customize this pudding.
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Why you should make milk pudding
There are several reasons why you should try this milk pudding. Here are a few:
- use just 4 ingredients
- easily customizable
- loved by kids and adults
- can be served warm or chilled
How to make milk pudding with just 4 ingredients
Ingredients used
For detailed quantities see the recipe card below.
Method
Mix custard powder with 2 tablespoons of milk and set aside. In the remaining milk add corn starch and sugar. Stir thoroughly without any lumps. Add the custard mixture to this milk and cornstarch mixture. Place this on the stove and cook on low flame until the milk thickens.
Once the milk mixture thickens, remove it from heat and pour it into the molds or cups. When it cools down, Cover the cup with cling wrap, with the wrap touching the pudding (this way no layer will be formed above the pudding while cooling), and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours.
How to serve milk pudding
Serve the pudding in a bowl or de-mold it on a plate. Top it with fresh-cut fruits, caramel syrup, or fruit compote.
On the other hand, you can set the milk pudding in an 8*8 baking tray or any deep dish. Once set in the refrigerator, cut the pudding into small cubes, roll it in milk powder or desiccated coconut, and serve it as pudding bites.
| Tips 1. Instead of adding custard powder, you can add vanilla or rose essence while cooking the milk pudding. 2. For a firmer pudding to cut into bites, add 5 tablespoons of cornstarch. 3. To make milk pudding vegan, you can use coconut milk instead of whole milk. |
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Equipment
- Pot
- Ladle
- Bowls
Ingredients
- 500 ml Whole milk – 500 ml
- 3 Tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp Custard powder
- 5 Tbsp Sugar
Instructions
- Mix custard powder with 2 tablespoons of milk and set aside.
- In the remaining milk add corn starch and sugar. Stir thoroughly without any lumps.
- Add the custard mixture to this milk and cornstarch mixture. Place this on the stove and cook on low flame until the milk thickens.
- Once the milk mixture thickens, remove it from heat and pour it into the molds or cups.
- When it cools down, Cover the cup with cling wrap, with the wrap touching the pudding (this way no layer will be formed above the pudding while cooling), and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours.
Notes
- Instead of adding custard powder, you can add vanilla essence or rose essence while cooking the milk pudding.
- For a firmer pudding to cut into bites, add 5 tablespoons of cornstarch.
- To make milk pudding vegan, you can use coconut milk instead of whole milk.
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I just made this and the texture is so silky. My family loved how light it feels. It’s definitely going on my regular rotation now!
Thank you so much. I’m so glad you liked it.
Silky, creamy milk pudding made with just a few simple ingredients. An easy, comforting dessert you can serve plain or customize with your favorite toppings.
Indeed. You can personalize it as per your liking. Thank you.
I love a simple, no bake, dessert like this! The kids enjoyed it with berries, so fresh and easy to pull off!
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This milk pudding with few ingredients is so easy to put together and delicious my kids enjoyed a lot.
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This sounds so simple and comforting. I love desserts like this that are smooth, lightly sweet, and perfect any time of year.
Thank you. Hope you enjoy this.
I tried the easy milk pudding recipe, and it’s so smooth and creamy—such a simple and satisfying dessert!
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The easy milk pudding recipe is perfect. I have tried it, my family enjoyed it.
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I made this milk pudding for a light treat, and it was a hit! The texture is silky, and the sweetness is just right.
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This milk pudding was so good! The whole family, including my little daughter, loved it!
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