A classic, creamy dessert made with simple ingredients like eggs, milk, and sugar. This homemade egg pudding is smooth, rich, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: caramel sauce or fruit for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare a baking dish or ramekins for the pudding.
- Heat the milk: In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling. Set aside.
- Whisk eggs and sugar: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Temper the eggs: Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Add vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Strain the mixture: To ensure a smooth texture, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into the prepared baking dish or ramekins.
- Bake in a water bath: Place the baking dish or ramekins in a larger pan, then pour hot water into the pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the dish. This helps cook the pudding evenly.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the pudding is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the pudding cool to room temperature. For a chilled dessert, refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Optionally, serve with caramel sauce or fresh fruit.
Enjoy your creamy homemade egg pudding!