This recipe is a nostalgic twist on the pudding my mother used to make when I was little. By straining the custard mixture three times, you get an incredibly silky texture. It’s so delicious that in my house, the kids fight over it—and it disappears in seconds! Only 4 simple ingredients are needed, so it’s easy to make. Please give it a try!
40 minutes
+ additional cooling time
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PROFILE
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 6
8 x 4-inch loaf pan
Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 4 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cup whole milk (1.75 US cup)
- 1/3 cup sugar (0.33cup)
- a few drops of vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (0.33cup)
- 2tbsp. water
DIRECTIONS
Preparation
Measure all of the ingredients in advance.
You'll use a total of about 2/3 cup sugar (140 g), divided into two portions of ⅓ cups (70 g) each.
- 1
Make the caramel.
In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water for the caramel. Heat over medium until it bubbles, turns amber, and begins to caramelize.
- 2
Quickly pour into the loaf pan before it hardens. Reserve the saucepan for later use.
- 3
Beat the eggs.
In a bowl, whisk 4 large eggs until smooth.
- 4
Heat the milk mixture.
In the same saucepan used for the caramel, add the milk and remaining ⅓ cup of sugar. Heat gently, stirring with a whisk until the sugar dissolves and the caramel remnants are incorporated.
- 5
Pour the milk mixture into a bowl and let it cool slightly until it is lukewarm.
- 6
Combine.
Gradually add to the beaten eggs, one ladle at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- 7
Stir in a few drops of vanilla extract (optional).
- 8
Strain.
Strain the custard mixture through a fine mesh strainer 2 times into a bowl, then a final time directly into the caramel-lined loaf pan.
- 9
Bake.
Place the loaf pan into a larger baking pan. Add hot water until it comes halfway up the sides of the mold. Bake in a preheated oven at 320°F (160°C) for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 10
Cool and chill.
Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until fully set.
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Tips & Notes
・You can use a round cake pan or individual ramekins in place of a loaf pan.
・Strain the custard mixture 3 times for the silkiest texture.
・Adjust sugar to taste: 1/3 cup (70 g) yields a less-sweet pudding; add a little more if you prefer a sweeter dessert.
・Be careful when making caramel—it's extremely hot!
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