Easy pudding recipes (2024)

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Butterscotch pudding
A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings
Be transported back to your childhood with this classic pud. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser topped with fresh cream and chocolate shavings
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Lemon drizzle sponge pudding
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.59 ratings
Transform a classic lemon drizzle cake into a self-saucing pud for a cheap, comforting dessert. Serve with cream or custard
- 1 hr 5 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Easy jam sponge
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.22 ratings
Bake a simple and satisfying family pudding using our easy jam sponge recipe – it only needs a handful of ingredients and 30 minutes to make
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Easy chocolate molten cakes
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.161 ratings
Bake an impressive dinner party dessert with minimum fuss – these chocolate puddings, also known as chocolate fondant or lava cake, have a lovely gooey centre
- 35 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.17 ratings
Expect requests for second helpings of this decadent dessert! Bake raspberry doughnuts with fresh custard, lemon curd and raspberries
- 55 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 3 out of 5.2 ratings
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Enjoy a comforting dessert with the time-honoured combo of rum and raisin in a sponge pudding. Serve warm with custard or cream, if you like
- 1 hr 5 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.10 ratings
Croissants, custard, lemon curd and blueberries combine to make this irresistible yet easy bake that's perfect for dessert or brunch with friends
- 52 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Squidgy chocolate pear pudding
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.157 ratings
This hot, gooey chocolate pud, with dark chocolate and canned pears, can be made ahead and frozen – a perfect no-fuss dinner party dessert
- 55 mins
- Easy
Treacle tart
A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.17 ratings
Treat family and friends to a comforting treacle tart with crumbly pastry and rich filling. A classic British dessert, serve with ice cream or clotted cream
- 1 hr 35 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Bread and butter pudding
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.80 ratings
Transform a stale loaf into a comforting bread and butter pudding. This traditional British dessert is layered with a rich vanilla custard, dried fruit and lemon zest
- 1 hr 5 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Coffee ice cream terrine
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.3 ratings
Try this twist on a favourite childhood ice-cream dessert with coffee and chocolate layers. Made with just five ingredients, it's a great make-ahead pud
- 25 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.22 ratings
Condensed milk is the secret to this super snappy Italian dessert. Coffee and chocolate are a classic combo, simply layer them up and enjoy
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- 15 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Self-saucing Jaffa pudding
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.194 ratings
This intense chocolate orange sponge bake with thick sauce is about as indulgent as a good pudding gets
- 1 hr 5 mins
- Easy
Best ever tiramisu
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.268 ratings
This super-simple Italian dessert actually benefits from being made ahead, allowing all the lovely flavours to mingle
- 30 mins
- Easy
Easy apple pie
A star rating of 4 out of 5.22 ratings
Kids will love to help make and eat this comforting, classic fruity pudding with homemade shortcrust pastry
- 1 hr
- Easy
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
Treat guests to these moreish chocolate puddings with a fruit and nut twist. Rich and deliciously decadent, they're the perfect dessert for a dinner party
- 35 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.11 ratings
Whole poached pears make an elegant dinner party dessert, with a red wine sauce and fragrant cinnamon and vanilla
- 1 hr 10 mins
- Easy
- Gluten-free
Ultimate sticky toffee pudding
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.280 ratings
One of our most requested recipes – puddings don't get any better than this
- 1 hr 25 mins
- Easy
Banana pudding
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.140 ratings
This microwave banana pudding is a super-speedy dessert that's ready in just 20 minutes. Served with ice cream or yogurt, it's sure to be a hit with the family
- 20 mins
- Easy
Luscious lemon baked cheesecake
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.256 ratings
A simple but very impressive pud, light enough to have a slice to finish a big meal
- 50 mins
- Easy
No-bake chocolate tart
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.252 ratings
You can make this indulgent chocolate tart up to two days ahead. Any leftovers will make a welcome treat with a cup of coffee the next day
- 25 mins
- More effort
Fastest ever lemon pudding
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.139 ratings
Being short of time needn't stop you making your own pudding. This microwave-friendly sponge is ready in 10 minutes and can easily be a chocolate pud too
- 10 mins
- Easy
Easy chocolate pudding
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.24 ratings
Make this simple chocolate sponge pudding with decadent chocolate sauce for a satisfying family dessert
- 1 hr 30 mins
- Easy
Caramel apple crumble
A star rating of 3.8 out of 5.27 ratings
This simple version of the traditional dessert uses just five ingredients, with porridge oats for extra crunch
- 35 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian

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What are the 3 types of pudding? ›

Baked, steamed, and boiled puddings

Depending on its ingredients, such a pudding may be served as a part of the main course or as a dessert. Steamed pies consisting of a filling completely enclosed by suet pastry are also known as puddings.

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What can I add to pudding to make it better? ›

Sprinkle in chopped nuts, chocolate chips or baking spices like cinnamon or freshly grated nutmeg. Don't be surprised if folks go back for seconds! And you can always top with sprinkles, too. They make everything more fun!

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What is the most common pudding? ›

Pudding is a popular dessert and snack. It tastes sweet, and comes in many flavors. The most common kind of pudding is chocolate. Some other kinds are vanilla, butterscotch, banana, and pistachio.

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How to jazz up instant pudding? ›

Stir a mix-in into the pudding before letting it chill in the refrigerator. The options are nearly endless, but a few ideas include crushed Oreos, chopped peanuts or pecans, sliced strawberries or bananas, pumpkin spice, or crushed pretzels.

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What is black pudding made of? ›

Black pudding is a distinct regional type of blood sausage originating in the United Kingdom and Ireland. It is made from pork or occasionally beef blood, with pork fat or beef suet, and a cereal, usually oatmeal, oat groats, or barley groats.

What's the difference between black pudding and blood pudding? ›

Black pudding is also called a blood pudding or blood sausage, and in Ireland is known as drisheen. In France, black pudding is known as boudin noir and the Spanish word for black pudding is morcilla. Blood sausage and black pudding are the same dish.

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Does Cool Whip thicken pudding? ›

I used to make my banana pudding with homemade whipped cream because I do prefer to use from-scratch whole food ingredients. However, I found that when you use the cool whip it helps to stabilize the rest of the ingredients and results in a thicker pudding.

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How to make box pudding taste like homemade? ›

Swap out the milk for something creamier

If you're using a boxed mix that calls for milk, you can make the mix taste more homemade by subbing in another ingredient like evaporated milk or canned coconut milk. These substitutions will make the pudding even creamier.

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What thickens instant pudding? ›

A key ingredient in instant pudding is gelatinized starch, a dried instant starch that readily absorbs liquids, which causes the pudding to gel when mixed with milk. Additional ingredients sometimes used as a thickener include gums that are soluble in cold water, such as carrageenans and alginates.

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What do British call American pudding? ›

American puddings are closer to what the Brits would call "custard." A British pudding is a dish, savory or sweet, that's cooked by being boiled or steamed in something: a dish, a piece of cloth, or even animal intestine.

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Is black pudding a real pudding? ›

“Black pudding” is a British and Irish sausage made from pork or beef blood, suet and oatmeal.

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What is Christmas pudding called? ›

Christmas Pudding (also known as plum pudding or figgy pudding) is a dish as famous as it is misunderstood. In America, Christmas Pudding (also known as plum pudding or figgy pudding) is a dish as famous as it is misunderstood.

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Can I use condensed milk instead of milk in pudding? ›

Yes, sweetened condensed milk can be substituted for regular milk in instant banana cream pudding.

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What does adding pudding to cake mix do? ›

Put some pudding in the mix: Add a small box of pudding mix in with the cake mix. (Don't make the pudding.) The mix adds additional flavor, moistness, and a denser texture.

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Can you add heavy cream to instant pudding? ›

For a billowy whipped cream that holds its shape and rivals the kind in that strudel scene from Inglourious Basterds, add 1 Tbsp. instant vanilla pudding mix and 2 tsp. powdered sugar to every 1 cup heavy cream you're whipping.

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What are the 4 types of pudding? ›

There are four major types and ways to prepare puddings: boiled, baked, steamed and chilled in the refrigerator until it gels.

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What are the different classes of puddings? ›

Puddings can be served in a variety of forms, including custards, mousses, and steamed dishes. They can be eaten as a standalone dessert or used as a topping or filling for cakes, pastries,… A pudding is a type of dessert that can be made from various ingredients such as milk, cream, sugar, flour, and eggs.

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What is the difference between British pudding and American pudding? ›

The two meanings of "pudding"

American puddings are closer to what the Brits would call "custard." A British pudding is a dish, savory or sweet, that's cooked by being boiled or steamed in something: a dish, a piece of cloth, or even animal intestine.