Finding the Perfect Tapioca Pudding Recipe

 

Classic Tapioca Pudding Recipe

Tapioca pudding is a creamy, comforting dessert made with small tapioca pearls, milk, sugar, and eggs. It has a rich, custard-like texture with a slight chew from the pearls.

Ingredients

• ½ cup small tapioca pearls
• 2 ½ cups whole milk
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Soak the Tapioca:

   • In a bowl, soak the tapioca pearls in 1 cup of water for 30 minutes, then drain.

2. Cook the Tapioca:

   • In a saucepan, combine milk, soaked tapioca, and salt.
   • Heat over medium-low, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly (about 10 minutes).

3. Prepare the Egg Mixture:

   • In a separate bowl, whisk eggs with sugar until smooth.
   • Gradually add ½ cup of the hot milk mixture to the eggs while stirring (this prevents scrambling).

4. Combine & Cook:

   • Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan, stirring constantly.
   • Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring until the pudding thickens.

5. Finish & Serve:

   • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
   • Let cool slightly, then serve warm or chilled.

Tips & Variations:

• Coconut Tapioca – Replace half the milk with coconut milk.
• Chocolate Tapioca – Add ¼ cup cocoa powder when cooking the milk.
• Spiced Tapioca – Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.

Would you prefer it warm or cold?