Creamy Tapioca Pudding Recipe ๐ฎ
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: Makes about 6 servings
Description:
Indulge in the delightful taste of our Creamy Tapioca Pudding, a cherished recipe perfect for dessert enthusiasts. This creamy concoction is a favorite among tapioca lovers, though its preparation demands patience. However, the effort is well worth it as each spoonful promises a burst of comforting flavors. Whether served warm or chilled, this pudding is sure to become a beloved treat in your household.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pearl tapioca
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Soak Tapioca: In a bowl, soak tapioca in 2 cups of room temperature water overnight.
- Drain and Prepare: Drain water from the tapioca.
- Heat Milk: In a double boiler, heat milk just until no longer cold.
- Combine Ingredients: Add salt and tapioca to the warm milk.
- Cook Tapioca Mixture: Continue heating until small bubbles appear at the sides of the pan. Cover, turn the heat to very low, and cook for one hour. Ensure that the milk mixture does not simmer or boil.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: Separate egg whites from yolks. Beat egg yolks and sugar together until light yellow in color.
- Temper Eggs: Add a little of the hot tapioca mixture to the egg yolks and blend thoroughly.
- Incorporate Egg Mixture: Then add the egg yolk mixture to the hot milk mixture, stirring constantly.
- Thicken Mixture: Place the double boiler over medium heat and cook until the tapioca mixture is very thick, about 15 minutes.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff.
- Fold Ingredients: Slowly fold the hot tapioca mixture into the beaten egg whites.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve: Serve the pudding warm or chilled according to your preference.
Enjoy the creamy goodness of this homemade tapioca pudding! It’s a delightful treat that’s worth every moment spent in preparation. Whether you’re craving a comforting dessert for a weeknight indulgence or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
