Description
A creamy, buttery dessert that brings back childhood memories, perfect for gatherings and family traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling and golden brown.
- Add the brown sugar and stir until fully dissolved.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and milk together until smooth.
- Gradually pour the egg mixture into the saucepan, whisking continuously.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the pudding thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour into serving dishes and cool before refrigerating for a few hours.
- Serve with whipped cream or toppings of your choice.
Notes
For a unique twist, substitute coconut milk or maple syrup as sweeteners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Butterscotch, pudding, dessert, nostalgic, family recipe