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Winter Spice Vanilla Pudding

Cozy Up with Winter Spice Vanilla Pudding Bliss

Indulge in this Winter Spice Vanilla Pudding, blending warm spices and orange zest for a cozy dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream or use whole milk for a lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Peel fresh, preferably organic
  • 4 whole Cloves can substitute with ground cloves
  • 1 stick Cinnamon can use ground cinnamon instead in smaller quantities
  • 2 whole Anise Pods fennel seeds can be a substitute
  • 4 whole Allspice Berries ground allspice can also be used
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch can use arrowroot powder as an alternative
  • 1 pinch Salt anytype of salt
  • 4 Egg Yolks flax eggs can be a vegan option
  • 1 cup Whole Milk dairy-free alternatives also work
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter soften at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Bean Paste or high-quality vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Brandy/Bourbon omit for non-alcoholic version
For the Brandied Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar no substitute recommended
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • fine sieve
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine Heavy Whipping Cream, Orange Peel, Cloves, Cinnamon Stick, Anise Pods, and Allspice Berries in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium until it simmers for about 10 minutes, then cool for 20–30 minutes.
  2. In another saucepan, whisk together Granulated Sugar, Cornstarch, and Salt. Add Egg Yolks and Whole Milk, whisking until smooth.
  3. Strain the infused cream into the egg mixture, whisk continuously to combine.
  4. Place the saucepan on medium-low heat, stirring constantly until thickened and bubbling gently (10–15 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat, strain through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, then whisk in Unsalted Butter, Vanilla Bean Paste, and Brandy.
  6. Pour the pudding into serving containers and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to cool and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. To prepare Brandied Whipped Cream, beat Heavy Cream, Powdered Sugar, and a pinch of Salt until soft peaks form. Fold in Brandy to taste.
  8. Serve pudding topped with Brandied Whipped Cream and garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure spices are cool before mixing with egg yolks for a smooth pudding. Always strain for silky texture. Watch the heat while cooking.

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