caramel milk pudding

How to Make Perfect Caramel Pudding: A Step-by-Step Guide

Caramel pudding, a beloved dessert worldwide, delights with its silky texture and rich caramel flavor. Here’s a simple yet foolproof recipe to recreate this classic at home.

Ingredients: For the caramel: 50g sugar, 2 tablespoons water. For the pudding: 500ml whole milk, 100g sugar, 3 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Steps:

1. Prepare the caramel: Heat sugar and water in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, stop stirring and cook until the mixture turns amber. Immediately pour into pudding molds, swirling to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool.

2. Make the pudding base: Warm the milk in a pan (do not boil). In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until well combined. Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, stirring constantly. Add vanilla extract and strain the mixture through a fine sieve for a smooth texture.

3. Steam or bake: Pour the mixture into caramel-lined molds. Cover with foil (if steaming) and steam over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, or bake in a water bath at 160°C for 30-35 minutes, until set.

4. Chill and serve: Let the pudding cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Unmold by running a knife around the edges and inverting onto a plate. The caramel will cascade over the pudding, creating a luscious topping.

Enjoy this creamy, indulgent treat with a hint of warmth and nostalgia!