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🍮 Velvety Vanilla Cornstarch Pudding (No Oven, No Flour!)
📖 Introduction
In the world of quick desserts, simplicity often becomes the most luxurious form of indulgence. This velvety vanilla pudding is the perfect testament to that truth. With no oven, no flour, and ready in just 10 minutes, it captures the nostalgic comfort of old-fashioned sweets while embracing the modern need for fast and effortless recipes. Using just a few pantry staples, you’ll create a luscious dessert that melts on your tongue and wraps your senses in warmth.
Whether you’re an experienced home cook or a curious beginner, this recipe is designed to awaken your inner dessert lover — that gentle whisper in your soul that craves creamy sweetness after a long day.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 egg yolk
- 120g white sugar
- 90g cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 600ml milk (whole milk recommended)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra richness)
🧑🍳 Instructions & Method
- Mix the dry ingredients:
- In a medium saucepan (off heat), whisk together the cornstarch and sugar until fully combined and lump-free.
- Add the wet ingredients:
- Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid clumps.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until the yolk is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and pale.
- Cook the pudding:
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Stir continuously with a silicone spatula or whisk. This step is key — it prevents lumps and ensures an ultra-smooth texture.
- As the mixture heats, it will begin to thicken. This takes about 7–9 minutes.
- When it reaches a pudding consistency, turn off the heat and optionally stir in butter for added creaminess.
- Set the pudding:
- Pour the pudding into serving bowls, cups, or ramekins.
- Let cool for a few minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- For a more decadent finish, top with shaved chocolate, cinnamon, or fresh berries.
🏺 A Little History
Cornstarch puddings have been around since the 1800s, when cornstarch became a popular thickener in European kitchens. It offered a silky alternative to flour-based custards, especially when flour was scarce or avoided. This style of dessert found its way into homes across the globe, often becoming a cherished memory from childhood.
This recipe is inspired by old-world custards and South American manjar blanco, with a minimalist modern twist.
🧱 Dessert Formation (Structure)
The cornstarch acts as the structural backbone of the pudding, thickening the milk into a soft, silky cream. The egg yolk adds body, smoothness, and a hint of richness, while sugar provides sweetness and balance. Vanilla extract lends depth and a comforting aroma, transforming simple ingredients into something unforgettable.
The result is a spoonable, smooth, slightly firm pudding, not too thick, not too runny — just perfect.
❤️ For the Lovers of Dessert
Dear sweet-toothed souls,
If you’ve ever longed for something warm, creamy, and comforting — this dessert is for you. It asks for so little and gives so much. A quiet moment, a soft bite, a smile on your lips.
To all the dessert lovers who find joy in the simple things: this pudding is your new favorite secret.
🏁 Conclusion
So there you have it — a quick, creamy, and incredibly delicious vanilla pudding, made in under 10 minutes, without an oven, without flour. It’s humble yet sophisticated, simple yet satisfying. Try it once, and it may become your go-to comfort dessert for years to come.
Keep sharing love through food. Keep making sweet memories in your kitchen.
Would you like a chocolate variation, a coffee twist, or a fruit layer version next? I can create more versions of this quick dessert!