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Gingerbread Pudding

Irresistible Gingerbread Pudding with Creamy Eggnog Topping

This Gingerbread Pudding is a comforting Christmas dessert that delights with its creamy texture and nostalgic flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Milk Almond milk can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Essential for texture.
  • ¼ cup Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can be used for gluten-free.
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar deepens flavor.
  • ¼ cup Molasses Flavor will be milder if omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
For the Eggnog Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Ensure it's cold for best results.
  • ¾ cup Eggnog Adjust for desired sweetness.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of milk and 1 cup of heavy cream and heat until just simmering.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together ¾ cup of brown sugar, ¼ cup of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of ginger, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of cloves, ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Beat together 4 egg yolks and ¼ cup of molasses until smooth, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients.
  4. Gradually pour one-third of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Then pour back into the saucepan.
  5. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes while stirring until thickened.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted. Strain for smoothness.
  7. Pour into dishes and let cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a splash of milk to reheat for creamy texture if desired. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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