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Milk Pudding

A silky, gently spiced milk pudding topped with cinnamon and nuts. Ready in about 20 minutes, this comforting dessert is a simple treat for any night of the week.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
250
Protein
8g
Milk Pudding
ComfortingCozyMiddle EasternVegetarianGluten-FreeDairySmoothSilky

Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup mixed nuts

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium saucepan, whisk together the 4 cups milk, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup cornstarch until smooth, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Place over medium heat and stir constantly with a whisk until the mixture thickens and just begins to bubble, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to low and continue stirring for 2 minutes until the pudding is thick and coats the back of a spoon.

  4. 4

    Pour the pudding into 4 serving bowls and let cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle each with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 tablespoon nuts before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving bowls

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