Homemade Butterscotch Pudding

4.24 stars (47 ratings)

Homemade Butterscotch Pudding

Make this homemade butterscotch pudding for your family and get rave reviews! You won't believe how easy it is, and it has the most incredibly nostalgic flavor!

Prep Time15

Cook Time5

Total Time20

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: butter scotch pudding, butterscotch pudding, butterscotch pudding recipe, butterscoth pudding, homemade butterscotch pudding

Servings: servings

Calories: 471kcal

Ingredients

3/4 cup dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 egg yolks, large (optional)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Optional garnishes

3/4 cups heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks with 1 tablespoon granulated sugar.
2 tablespoons toffee bits or chopped toasted pecans (approx.)

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Place the brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium pot and whisk together to combine.
Pour in the milk in a slow, steady stream, while continuing to whisk.
Stir in the cream and place over medium-low heat.
Cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes or until the pudding has come to a simmer and thickened.
Remove from the heat and whisk in the egg yolks, butter, and vanilla.
When the butter has completely melted and is fully incorporated, transfer the mixture to small jars and chill.
Serve cold, with whipped cream and toffee bits or toasted pecans.

Video

Nutrition