Grandma’s Floating Island Pudding ๐ด๐ฎ
Description:
This delightful dessert recipe has been a cherished treasure in our family for decades, originating from my beloved Grandmother’s kitchen over thirty years ago. A timeless classic that my siblings and I adored as children and continue to savor as adults. ๐ It strikes the perfect balance of sweetness without leaving you overly stuffed, and the memories it evokes are just as sweet. Remember, if you accidentally scorch it, no worriesโjust start afresh! ๐ This pudding keeps wonderfully in the refrigerator and can even be prepared a day ahead, making it ideal for those special occasions when you want to impress without the last-minute rush.
Recipe Overview:
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: Dessert
- Keywords: Healthy, Kid Friendly, Free Of…, < 30 Mins, Stove Top
Ingredients:
For the Island:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Milk | 2 cups |
| Cornstarch | 4 tablespoons |
| Sugar | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | 2 pinches |
For the Topping:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Cornstarch | 1 tablespoon |
| Sugar | 1 tablespoon |
| Vanilla Extract | 2 teaspoons |
| Egg White | 1 |
| Salt | 1/2 pinch |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 309.6
- Fat: 8.8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.9g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 160.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 49.3g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 31.4g
- Protein: 9g
Instructions:
For the Island:
- In a saucepan, combine milk ๐ฅ, cornstarch ๐ฝ, sugar ๐, and a pinch of salt. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Continue cooking until the mixture thickens beautifully, which usually takes around 8 to 10 minutes. Keep that stirring going!
- Once thickened to perfection, pour the mixture into four 6oz custard cups. ๐จ
- To prevent a film from forming, seal each custard cup with plastic wrap laid directly on the surface.
- Pop these lovely cups into the refrigerator and allow them to cool and set.
For the Topping:
- Now, let’s make the luscious topping! In another saucepan, combine milk ๐ฅ, cornstarch ๐ฝ, sugar ๐, vanilla extract ๐ฟ, and a pinch of salt.
- Again, cook this mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with love and care. ๐ฅ
- After about 8 to 10 minutes of stirring, you’ll have a beautifully thickened topping.
- Pour this delightful topping into a 2-cup measure.
- Just like before, seal the top with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent any unwanted film.
- Refrigerate the topping until it cools down and sets into its delicious state.
To Serve:
- When you’re ready to indulge, take a table knife and gently insert it between the Island and the custard cup.
- Carefully run the knife around the cup to loosen the Island.
- Now, the grand finale! ๐ Invert each Island onto a lovely serving plate and remove the custard cup.
- Drizzle each Island with about 1/2 cup of the deliciously chilled or warmed topping. ๐
- If you fancy the topping warmed, a quick zap in the microwave will do the trick.
Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy this heavenly creation that has been passed down through generations. Grandma’s Floating Island Pudding is not just a dessertโit’s a legacy of love and flavor! โจ๐ด๐ฎ
