Peanut Butter Pudding is a peanut butter lover's dream dessert. It's so creamy and flavorful but still so easy to make.
This recipe took a lot of experimenting to get the right flavor and creaminess. The idea for this was from my husband when we were talking about my Butterfinger Poke Cake. Strangely enough we finally got it right using an old vanilla or banana pudding recipe as a base. The other recipes we were trying just didn't get it with the correct pudding consistency. If you try it and like it, please leave a comment. I would love to hear from you.
Try some of our other favorite recipes, such as Lemon Brownies, Apple Crisp, or Pumpkin Crisp.
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Ingredients for Homemade Peanut Butter Pudding
- milk
- granulated sugar
- vanilla extract
- all purpose flour
- egg yolks
- salt
- creamy peanut butter
FAQs
Peanut butter pudding is a creamy, rich dessert made with milk, sugar, and peanut butter. It's a quick and easy treat that combines the flavors of peanut butter and vanilla into a smooth, indulgent pudding.
Store the pudding in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3-4 days.
Yes, you can make peanut butter pudding ahead of time. It’s a great dessert to prepare in advance since it needs time to chill and set. Make it a day or two before you plan to serve it.
Whipped cream
Chopped peanuts or other nuts
Chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
Caramel or chocolate sauce
Crushed cookies or graham crackers
Fresh banana slices
Top Tips
- You will whisk this a lot, be prepared with those wrist muscles. You can use an electric mixer, if needed.
- The flour can sometimes get into the edges of the pan, so pay special attention to those areas.
- It is easy to burn the bottom, so keeping a close eye on the stove is very important.
- Use creamy peanut butter, but if you like the crunch, add some peanuts on top when serving.
How to make Peanut Butter Pudding from Scratch
- In a medium to large saucepan over medium heat, whisk sugar, flour, milk, and salt.
- Add in the egg yolks, whisk often, until thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and whisk or stir in peanut butter, plus vanilla extract.
- Combine until smooth and creamy.
- Pour pudding into a bowl, cover and place in refrigerator to cool at least one hour. If it is too thick for you, add a little more milk to get the consistency you prefer. Place into bowls, add a little whipped cream or peanuts on top and enjoy!
Homemade Peanut Butter Pudding Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- ¼ cup all purpose flour
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- In a medium to large saucepan over medium heat, whisk sugar, flour, milk, and salt.
- Add in the egg yolks and whisk often, until thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and whisk or stir in peanut butter, plus vanilla extract.
- Combine until smooth and creamy.
- Pour pudding into a bowl, cover and place in refrigerator to cool at least one hour. If it is too thick for you, add a little more milk to get the consistency you prefer. Place into bowls, add a little whipped cream or peanuts on top and enjoy!
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