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easy foolproof cream pie or pudding

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Lawana Hulsey
@quiltn95
L, MO

This is my mother's recipe. You can't over cook or scorch. Yummy and perfect every time. I thought with the holidays coming up it would be a good time to share. This is my "go to" recipe.

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
method Microwave

Ingredients For easy foolproof cream pie or pudding

  • 1 c
    sugar
  • 1/4 c
    cornstarch
  • 2
    egg yolks
  • 1 c
    condensed milk
  • 1 c
    water
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter

How To Make easy foolproof cream pie or pudding

  • 1
    Mix together sugar and cornstarch. Add 2 egg yolks and half the milk. Beat well. Add remaining milk. Gradually add 1 c. water. If you want a yellow filling add a drop or two of yellow food coloring.
  • 2
    Cook on full power for 3 minutes in the microwave. Remove and stir well. Return to the microwave for 3 more minutes.
  • 3
    Remove and add 1 teaspoon vanilla and 1 tablespoon butter and stir to blend. If it is thicker than you want just add a tiny bit of milk till you get the consistency you want. Return to the microwave for one additional minute.
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