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    Cincy Shopper / Recipes / Dessert

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding

    September 21, 2015 by Jen Cincyshopper 30 Comments

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    4.91 from 11 votes

    It’s fall and this Homemade Pumpkin Pudding will make for a perfect dessert. Pudding is great all by itself, with a dollop of whipped cream, or even additions to desserts. It’s difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding

    When I was growing up, we quite often had pudding for after dinner dessert. Pudding is inexpensive and also light and not overly filling. I will quite often make a few batches of our Homemade Chocolate Pudding for our desserts and even for school lunches. Homemade pudding does not take much effort and always comes out so creamy. YUM!

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Since it is fall and it’s time for all the fun pumpkin inspired desserts, I decided to make some homemade pumpkin pudding to include in a few of my recipes. I decided to make a small batch to see if all the flavors and consistency were going to work in my other desserts. The pumpkin pudding was so delicious that I decided to serve it up for evening dessert last night. The hubby and I thought it was perfect. He thinks it is a great replacement for pumpkin pie when there is no time to bake. I am going to make a few additional batches to use in my recipes because I know it will add such great pumpkin flavor.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    I keep my pantry stocked with pumpkin during the fall months. I know we will always be making something pumpkin, ha ha. You will find that you most likely have all the other ingredients needed for this recipe right in your kitchen cabinets. The recipe comes together quite quickly and you get a nice arm workout from whisking, lol.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    INGREDIENTS
    2 tbsp Cornstarch
    6 tbsp Sugar
    1 3/4 cup Milk
    1 Egg
    1/2 cup Pumpkin Puree
    1 tsp Vanilla
    1/2 tsp Cinnamon
    dash Salt
    dash Nutmeg

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    DIRECTIONS
    Whisk together egg and milk in a bowl. Set aside.
    Whisk together sugar and cornstarch in a medium pan over medium heat.
    Slowly add milk egg mixture to pan, stirring constantly.
    Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
    Remove from heat.
    Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
    Gradually add pumpkin mixture to pan, whisking constantly until blended.
    Return pan to low heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until heated throughout, stirring constantly.
    Remove from heat, transfer to serving dishes and refrigerate to chill.
    Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or whipped topping.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    Do you have a favorite recipe that calls for pudding? If so, consider putting a pumpkin twist on your recipe with this pumpkin pudding.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding - Great pumpkin dessert. It's difficult to find boxed pumpkin pudding and this homemade recipe is so much better than store bought.

    RECIPE
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    Homemade Pumpkin Pudding

    Author Jen CIncyshopper

    Ingredients

    • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
    • 6 tbsp Sugar
    • 1 3/4 cup Milk
    • 1 Egg
    • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Puree
    • 1 tsp Vanilla
    • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
    • dash Salt
    • dash Nutmeg

    Instructions

    • Whisk together egg and milk in a bowl. Set aside.
    • Whisk together sugar and cornstarch in a medium pan over medium heat.
    • Slowly add milk egg mixture to pan, stirring constantly.
    • Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
    • Remove from heat.
    • Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
    • Gradually add pumpkin mixture to pan, whisking constantly until blended.
    • Return pan to low heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until heated throughout, stirring constantly.
    • Remove from heat, transfer to serving dishes and refrigerate to chill.
    • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or whipped topping.
    Have you made this recipe?Snap a pic and show us on Instagram or Facebook.Tag me @Cincyshopper or #cincyshopper.

    Looking for other pumpkin recipe ideas? Be sure to see these other recipes that I have shared…

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    Pumpkin French Toast 1

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    Comments

    1. Isora

      December 20, 2022 at 3:42 pm

      5 stars
      A simple easy recipe and so delicious! I doubled it and make it with full fat coconut milk due to food sensitivities. I also halved the sugar based on reviews. It came out really good. Four and six year old grandsons loved it with the whipped cream as well as all the grown ups! A hit!

      Reply
    2. Joseph

      October 24, 2022 at 11:32 am

      Anybody bake a pie crust and add the pudding?

      Reply
    3. Brenda Vincent

      October 16, 2022 at 11:41 am

      Going to try this in a layered pumpkin dessert that I’ve done before, but they use clear gelatin and whipped egg whites. Thought this might work. The original recipe was good but I felt the pumpkin flavor could use improvement. Hoping this pudding recipe will make it even better. Will let you know

      Reply
    4. mia

      May 03, 2022 at 6:26 pm

      How meany serving sizes is it?

      Reply
      • Audrey Newton

        November 19, 2022 at 11:55 am

        I’m wondering the same thing regarding the servings. Doesn’t seem like it would make that much pudding.

        Reply
    5. Rebekah M

      December 26, 2021 at 12:35 am

      5 stars
      Followed directions except used half the sugar and it turned out great, tastes like pumpkin pie without the crust and it’s yummy warm freshly made and cold in the fridge too.

      Reply
      • Audrey Newton

        November 19, 2022 at 11:57 am

        How many servings did this make?

        Reply
    6. Nancy K Koran

      September 19, 2021 at 2:09 pm

      5 stars
      This is a five-star recipe! Quick, easy and delicious. My husband loves it, too. However, I do agree with the reviewer who suggested reducing the sugar. This is a tad sweet. Next time I’ll use half the sugar.

      Reply
      • Rebekah M

        December 26, 2021 at 12:32 am

        Yes we made it with half the sugar and it was plenty sweet enough for us.

        Reply
    7. Kathy

      January 11, 2021 at 6:20 pm

      5 stars
      Easy to make and delicious. The directions were excellent.

      Reply
    8. Patricia D Drake

      January 05, 2021 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      My husband and I really love this recipe. It soothes our tummies when they are cranky. Thank you for sharing it.

      Reply
    9. Laura Migliore

      October 24, 2020 at 8:12 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great alternative to a pumpkin pie. Dont get me wrong, I love my home made pie crust, but sometimes you just want to try something different. I made this for my mother so she could get a little calcium in her diet as well as the vitamins from the pumpkin. We both loved it. Then I made it with almond milk for my grandsons who cant have dairy. They were licking their bowls. Today I am going to make it for my husband. It so delicious, and a very easy recipe.

      Reply
      • Diane

        June 06, 2022 at 4:25 pm

        When are you going to make it for yourself? 🤗

        Reply
    10. Jennifer

      October 01, 2020 at 3:22 pm

      5 stars
      I followed the recipe but I made it with brown sugar instead of regular sugar. It tastes really good.

      Reply
    11. Amy

      September 18, 2020 at 7:04 pm

      Has anyone tried using honey instead of sugar? Would it work with the cornstarch?

      Reply
    12. Rebecca

      November 28, 2019 at 11:24 pm

      4 stars
      Enjoyed making this pudding, thanks for the recipee! I did however increase the pumpkin to 1 cup and used just 5 Tbsp sugar, it was plenty sweet for me like that:)

      Reply
    13. Brenda

      November 23, 2019 at 11:43 am

      Where are the Lush bars? I’ve scrolled and scrolled

      Reply
    14. Deborah

      November 19, 2019 at 10:07 pm

      5 stars
      Mmmm…Creamy, rich and quite delicious without using heavy cream, I’m duly impressed! Followed the recipe exactly. We found the pumpkin flavor and fall spices were just perfect, not overpowering nor too sweet. My family really enjoyed this pudding! And we think it’s great served warm right from the pot! Thanks for this tasty Autumn pudding recipe, it’s a keeper!

      Reply
    15. Grania

      October 05, 2019 at 12:24 pm

      Hey, does any one know approximately how many cups of pudding this makes?

      Reply
      • stasi

        October 18, 2019 at 7:15 pm

        3 cups. You may have a tad less or more depending on how vigorously you wisk. but you are unlikely to increase volume more than the quantity of the ingredients listed

        Reply
    16. Myra

      May 17, 2019 at 11:21 pm

      Very creamy. Good pumpkin pie flavor without being over powering. I used 2% milk, and doubled the recipe. I needed to use a larger pot to cook it I; a high quality stainless steel pot. I used a wire whisk when whisking was to be done. I used a wooden spoon when stirring was called for. I recommend this recipe. Thank you to the creator of it.

      Reply
    17. NIKKI

      October 13, 2018 at 7:25 pm

      5 stars
      I make soy milk based cornstarch cook pudding often, with no issues. Sometimes I need to cook it a bit longer to get a good thickness but both else. Mmmm this sounds great can’t wait to try it.

      Reply
    18. Deborah J Shell

      December 20, 2017 at 1:03 am

      I had leftover cooked sweet squash and used it for this pudding. I followed the recipe which is unusual for me! Turned out great. Creamy, not too rich or too sweet. Now I have another option for all the frozen squash in my freezer. Very easy and quick.

      Reply
    19. Hemiunu

      November 24, 2017 at 5:26 am

      Nice tasting and easy and creamy. No need for condensed/evaporated milk like lots of pumpkin recipes. I definitely will make this again

      Reply
    20. Crystal Chris Davies

      June 30, 2017 at 5:15 pm

      This is Delicious and I did it without an egg. Still yummy:)

      Reply
    21. Kate

      September 22, 2015 at 5:48 pm

      Do you think this recipe would work if I replaced the milk with almond milk in the same quantities? I have tried making store bought pudding with almond milk and it does not set up even if I add less than the box requires. I would like to find a way to make pudding for recipes and lunches/dinner deserts for my daughter who is dairy sensitive. Thanks for any help, I love your pumpkin recipes they look delicious.

      Reply
      • Andrea

        September 14, 2016 at 3:14 pm

        I am trying it with silk soy milk, we also can’t have dairy. Silk soy says it bakes/cooks just like cows milk.

        Reply
        • Pat

          November 18, 2018 at 5:30 pm

          Have you tied the new A1 milk. It’s suppose to be for Lactate intolerance?

          Reply
      • Lisa j Stoner

        November 24, 2016 at 3:47 am

        We are dairy free in my house and have found that if you add a couple additional tablespoons of corn starch in a pudding that it will set up with dairy free milk. You may have to had a little more or less. play with it.

        Reply
      • KIRSTIN

        November 12, 2019 at 11:00 pm

        I’ve subbed soy to decent results in other pudding recipes. Im not a fan of almond milk.

        Reply

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