Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons Minute Tapioca
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, well beaten
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine Ingredients – Mix the tapioca, sugar, beaten egg, and milk in a medium saucepan until well blended.
- Step 2: Hydrate Tapioca – Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes to allow the tapioca granules to soften.
- Step 3: Heat Stovetop – Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
- Step 4: Bring to Boil – Continue stirring until the mixture reaches a full, rolling boil.
- Step 5: Flavor and Cool – Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Step 6: Rest Pudding – Cool for 20 minutes at room temperature, then stir once more for a creamy consistency.
- Step 7: Chill and Serve – Spoon into individual bowls and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use whole milk. You can also fold in fresh berries or a sprinkle of nutmeg before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 cup
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
Keywords: tapioca, pudding, classic, dessert, cassava, quick-cooking