Comments on: Vanilla Pudding

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 02:21:06 +0000

In reply to Kelly Flu. Thank you so much for trying my recipe, Kelly! I am so glad you enjoyed the pudding so much! :)

By: Kelly Flu

Kelly Flu — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:48:46 +0000

I used a vanilla bean that has been soaking in my homemade vanilla for a couple years. All I can say is WOW, what flavor! Thank you so much for all of your recipes!

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:28:51 +0000

In reply to Jill G. Thank you so much for trying my recipe, Jill! I'm so glad it was such a hit! :)

By: Jill G

Jill G — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:16:46 +0000

The reward:effort ratio is off the hook on this vanilla pudding recipe! I tripled the recipe and served this at a large birthday dinner this evening. Everyone raved about its flavor and texture. Silky smooth. This will be my new go-to from now on. Thanks so much!

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:24:12 +0000

In reply to Theresa. Thank you for trusting my recipes, Theresa! I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much. :)

By: Theresa

Theresa — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:26:30 +0000

This recipe turned out perfect! I had a fine mesh strainer on hand but I didn’t need it. The vanilla pudding was so rich, smooth and creamy! I have made so many recipes from Sugar Spun Run and they have all turned out delicious.

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 02:13:46 +0000

In reply to April. I am so, so, so sorry to hear that April! :( I am happy there's still something she can enjoy. :(

By: April

April — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 22:47:53 +0000

Made this for my mom who has terminal throat cancer and cant eat much anymore. She loves it, and it makes me so happy that she is willing to eat this through the pain. I know it must be good. Thank you, Sam.

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 02:28:45 +0000

In reply to Rachael Rice. Hi Rachael! It will make around 3 cups total. :)

By: Rachael Rice

Rachael Rice — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 19:15:51 +0000

How big is the serving size for this recipe? I know it says 5 servings, but wanted to see how much to scale to make a larger batch.

By: Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

Emily @ Sugar Spun Run — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 19:56:53 +0000

In reply to Bruce. Thanks for giving it a try, Bruce! We are so happy our homemade version was such a hit for you

By: Bruce

Bruce — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 03:26:30 +0000

Now that’s vanilla pudding! If you’re ever tempted to make the cook and serve junk from a box, just consider that except for measuring a little sugar, sorn starch, and salt, and adding vanilla and butter at the end, this is no more work than that So, for an extra five minutes, you get this wonderful treat. It is very creamy, and the vanilla flavor is somewhat subtle, but that keeps it from overpowering the creamy, slightly custardy base flavor of this pudding, so don’t add extra vanilla. Just make it!

By: Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

Emily @ Sugar Spun Run — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 16:06:07 +0000

In reply to Natasha. Yes, exactly! Enjoy, Natasha

By: Natasha

Natasha — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 02:17:57 +0000

if using a vanilla paste, would you treat it like an extract? thanks

By: Sam

Sam — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 01:54:29 +0000

In reply to Jennifer. Hi Jennifer! I haven't tried it so I can't say for sure. If you do try it, I would love to know how it turns out. :)

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:34:54 +0000

Could I replace with coconut sugar?

By: Sam

Sam — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 01:51:41 +0000

In reply to Katie. I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much, Katie! :)

By: Katie

Katie — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:18:59 +0000

Delicious recipe! The first time I made it I used the 3/4 sugar as called for, but found it way too sweet. The next time I made it I used 1/4 cup and really liked that level of sweetness. Also used the vanilla extract, but one of these days I’ll make it with an actual vanilla bean. This is on my weekly rotation of sweets making. Thanks for the recipe Sam!

By: Jill Durham

Jill Durham — Sun, 03 Dec 2023 17:04:24 +0000

This lived up to the five star rating! Easy and scrumptious!!! I did use 2 tsp of real vanilla extract.

By: Sam

Sam — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 02:28:32 +0000

In reply to Peggy. I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much, Peggy! :)

By: Peggy

Peggy — Sat, 15 Jul 2023 01:13:21 +0000

Hi! I just wanted to say that I just made this and it’s now sitting in the fridge after cooling on the counter for 20 minutes.
I love the texture much better than the last vanilla pudding I made which only required cornstarch for the thickening agent instead of cornstarch and eggs.
Oh, and I licked the spatula after I put the pudding in the fridge and oh man! Sooo good! I need to make your chocolate pudding next.

By: Sam

Sam — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 01:27:09 +0000

In reply to Sarah. I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much, Sarah! :)

By: Sarah

Sarah — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 01:15:35 +0000

Beautiful flavor, creamy texture and not too sweet. Love it!

By: Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

Emily @ Sugar Spun Run — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:56:55 +0000

In reply to Ni. Hi Ni! This is a bit thin to use as a filling, so we would recommend using our pastry cream recipe instead

By: Ni

Ni — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:10:30 +0000

In reply to Jess. Hi can we use this pudding as a filling in a vanilla layered cake? Between the layers i mean not to frost