Vanilla pudding with Oreos

A creamy vanilla pudding layered with crunchy crushed Oreos—a quick and irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.

This pudding always brings smiles at family gatherings and is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings fast.

Ingredients

• Pudding: 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk, 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (30 g) cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 large egg yolks, 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• Topping: 10 Oreo cookies crushed, whipped cream (optional for serving)

Instructions

Step 1:

In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.

Step 2:

Place over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture begins to thicken and bubble about 5–7 minutes.

Step 3:

In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks. Gradually whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks to temper.

Step 4:

Pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly. Cook 2–3 minutes more, until thickened.

Step 5:

Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 6:

Pour pudding into serving glasses or bowls. Let cool for 10 minutes at room temperature or chill for at least 1 hour if preferred.

Step 7:

Before serving, sprinkle generously with crushed Oreos. Top with whipped cream if desired.

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Sharing this dessert at family dinners creates warm memories and everyone loves the crunchy Oreo surprise.

Required Tools

Medium saucepan, whisk, mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, serving glasses or bowls

Allergen Information

Contains milk, eggs, wheat (Oreos), and soy (Oreos may contain soy lecithin). Double-check Oreo ingredients for possible traces of nuts.

Nutritional Information

Calories 320, Total Fat 12 g, Carbohydrates 50 g, Protein 5 g per serving

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This vanilla pudding with crushed Oreos is a delectable treat that’s both simple and impressive.

Recipe FAQs

→ How do I achieve a smooth vanilla pudding?

Whisk the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt thoroughly before heating. Temper the egg yolks with hot mixture to prevent curdling, then cook until thickened while stirring constantly.

→ Can I prepare this pudding faster?

Using instant vanilla pudding mix can significantly reduce preparation time without sacrificing flavor.

→ What can I use instead of Oreos for the topping?

Substitute with other chocolate sandwich cookies or gluten-free alternatives for a similar crunchy texture.

→ Is chilling necessary before serving?

Chilling for at least an hour helps the pudding set fully and enhances the texture, but serving at room temperature works well too.

→ How can I add extra indulgence to this dessert?

Drizzling with chocolate sauce or adding whipped cream on top adds richness and complements the vanilla and cookie flavors.