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Creamy tapioca pudding in a bowl topped with fresh fruit

Tapioca Pudding

A delightful and creamy dessert made from tapioca pearls, milk, eggs, and sugar. Perfect for any occasion, warm or chilled.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup small pearl tapioca
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the tapioca and milk in a saucepan and let it soak for about 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt.
  3. Gradually add some of the hot tapioca mixture into the eggs to temper them.
  4. Slowly return the egg mixture to the saucepan while stirring constantly.
  5. Continue to cook gently until the pudding thickens and the tapioca pearls are tender and mostly translucent.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Cool briefly, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Tapioca pudding is best served chilled. You can enjoy it plain or with toppings like fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.