Looking for a cool, comforting dessert to enjoy with friends and family? No-bake butterscotch pudding is a sure winner every time.
Treat your guests as if they are VIP guests at an upscale Boston restaurant with this nostalgic butterscotch pudding recipe that was reportedly transported stateside from across the pond in England. This blast-from-the-past, unforgettable pudding is reminiscent of your grandmother’s kitchen table. Using simple pantry staples, this pudding is a no-bake, easy-to-prepare favorite that has been featured in the famed Lark Creek Inn in Larkspur, California and was reputedly named “Best Dessert” by Boston Magazine.
Sharing this unique and flavorful dessert with friends and family is not only a symbol of love and affection, but it is a great way to make lasting memories that start in the heart of your home—the kitchen!
Featuring a distinct butterscotch flavor, which is achieved by using a combination of brown sugar and butter, this pudding is a step above the rest and much better than anything that comes from a box. It’s easy to prepare, versatile, and a confection that has achieved perfection, with a creamy, smooth, silky texture that dances off the spoon right onto your taste buds.
A Sweet Taste Of Yesteryear!
Make this butterscotch pudding recipe your own, and share it your way with others. Once a main player in the elementary school cafeteria lunch dessert rotation, butterscotch pudding is a flavorful sweet treat that’s making a comeback in kitchens throughout generations. Tweak this “old school” recipe any way you like; add a bit of bourbon or whiskey if you’re feeling frisky or a touch more cream for a smoother texture. Decide if you want to use light or dark brown sugar and if you want to serve it warm or cold. The possibilities are endless. You can follow the direction of Chef Lindsey and use a “French” whisk with thicker wires for this simple recipe. You can also opt to make it with or without the classic “pudding skin.” Whatever your preference, brown sugar, butter, cream, and vanilla never disappoint. And, if you are feeling adventurous, you can explore more butterscotch pudding options, such as an eggless option or a dairy-free coconut version. If you want to try other pudding recipes, take a stab at this protein pudding or chia pudding.
FAQs & Tips
How to Make Ahead and Store?
You can make your pudding ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to seven days. Note that this pudding recipe is not suitable for freezing, so it’s best to make it and serve it within the same week.
An important tip for making this recipe perfectly.
Don’t let the mixture come to a complete boil! You must be careful to whisk the initial ingredients in a saucepan prior to turning the heat on. This is how to achieve a smooth, enticing texture every time. Once you turn the heat on, do not let it come to a boil; only bring it to a simmer, and be sure to consistently whisk it for two minutes straight, then remove from the heat completely and quickly whisk in the butter and vanilla. Let it chill in serving dishes for at least four hours if you are serving it chilled.
How to not get a skin on your pudding?
Store the cooked pudding with a piece of plastic wrap over the surface to prevent skin from forming while the pudding is chilling. Be sure to press the plastic wrap lightly down onto the pudding.
Serving Suggestions
This butterscotch pudding is a great ending to any meal. You can make it ahead of time and chill it in the refrigerator and it will be ready to serve to your guests in mere minutes. Just top it with a dollop of Homemade Whipped Cream, or toffee bits and toasted pecans and serve it up. Its unexpected flavor will transform those who eat it, back to a simpler time. A time when grandmothers’ kitchens were always scented with sweet treats and comforting foods that made us all take a minute to relax and enjoy each other, and food we shared together.
Make this creamy, tasty dessert a staple in your sweets library, and make it often to enjoy, unwind, and create lasting memories with loved ones.
Butterscotch Pudding
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine dark brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in the whole milk until smooth.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle simmer.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Add a small amount of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
- Slowly pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan, whisking continuously.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the pudding is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the pudding into a large bowl or individual serving dishes.
- Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set and chilled.
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