No-Bake 3-Ingredient Milk Pudding Dessert

INGREDIENTS:

4 cups whole milk (or any milk of your choice)

1 cup granulated sugar

4 large eggs

Optional: Vanilla extract, cinnamon, or nutmeg for flavoring

Toppings (optional): Fresh berries, caramel sauce, chocolate shavings, toasted nuts, or whipped cream

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl and whisk them until smooth.

Gradually add the sugar to the eggs, whisking continuously until fully dissolved and the mixture is pale yellow.

Step 2: Heat the Milk

Pour the milk into a saucepan and heat it over medium-low heat until warm but not boiling (about 170°F/75°C). Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.

Optional: Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract, a pinch of cinnamon, or nutmeg to the milk for extra flavor.

Step 3: Temper the Eggs

Slowly pour about 1 cup of the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Once combined, pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk.

Step 4: Cook the Pudding

Cook the mixture over low heat , stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon (about 10–15 minutes). Do not let it boil.

The pudding is ready when it reaches 160°F–170°F (71°C–77°C) on a thermometer or when it thickly drips off the spoon.

Step 5: Chill the Pudding

Remove the pudding from the heat and strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to ensure a silky-smooth texture.

Cover the surface of the pudding with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming, pressing the wrap directly onto the pudding.

Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours , or until completely chilled and set.

Step 6: Serve and Customize

Spoon the pudding into serving bowls or glasses.

Add your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, caramel drizzle, chocolate shavings, or whipped cream, if desired.