Best 12 Vanilla Pudding Reduced Fat Recipes

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Craving a creamy, comforting dessert without the guilt? Look no further than our collection of reduced-fat vanilla pudding recipes. These delightful treats offer a lighter take on the classic dessert, without compromising on flavor. From classic stovetop pudding to no-bake options and even a vegan-friendly version, we've got something for everyone. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a rich, creamy texture and satisfying vanilla flavor, while keeping the fat content in check. Indulge in a guilt-free indulgence that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you feeling happy and content.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

LOW-FAT VANILLA PUDDING



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I assure you won't miss the fat and calories in this good-for-you pudding. It's a cool, creamy dessert or anytime snack.-Laura Letobar, Livonia, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1 cup fat-free sugar-free vanilla yogurt
1 package (.9 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Maraschino cherries, optional
Mint leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a mixing bow, combine milk, yogurt, pudding mix and vanilla. Beat on high speed for 2 minutes. Spoon into serving dishes. Chill. If desired, garnish with cherries and mint.

Nutrition Facts :

HOMEMADE VANILLA PUDDING



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Forget boxed mixes or pre-packaged pudding cups. Making Homemade Vanilla Pudding is as easy as can be and the results are beyond delicious!

Provided by Jamie Lothridge

Categories     No-Bake

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups whole milk, divided
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch of salt
¾ cup sugar
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of the milk with the cornstarch. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the remaining milk, salt, and sugar. Allow the mixture to heat over medium heat until it is steaming; do not let it boil.
  • While the milk heats, whisk the egg yolks in a separate small bowl. Once the milk is steaming, slowly stream ½ cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly. Slowly add the egg yolk mixture back to the pot, followed by the cornstarch mixture. Continue to cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture starts to simmer and has thickened.
  • Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter and vanilla.
  • Pour into individual serving dishes. Top each with a layer of plastic wrap touching the top of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming and serve warm or allow to chill for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 110 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 8 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1/2 cup, Sodium 94 milligrams sodium, Sugar 31 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

VANILLA PUDDING (REDUCED FAT)



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I like this recipe because it doesn't include any butter and still has a delicious rich taste. It is also easy since it is made on top of the stove. I modified the instructions after the first review to make them more clear. It is important to stir the pudding the whole time it is cooking.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups 2% low-fat milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in a saucepan.
  • Combine milk and egg in a bowl.
  • Gradually add milk mixture to sugar mixture, stirring constantly.
  • Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly, stirring constantly. Cook for one additional minute after bubbling starts, stirring constantly.
  • Remove pan from heat; stir in vanilla.
  • Serve warm, or place plastic wrap on surface; cool to room temperature.
  • Chill thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.1, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 57.5, Sodium 155.8, Carbohydrate 37.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 32.1, Protein 6.1

EASY LOW-FAT BANANA PUDDING



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Give a favorite a Healthy Living twist in this Easy Low-Fat Banana Pudding. You'll be glad to try this low-fat banana pudding at your next get-together.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Milk

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pkg. (1.0 oz. each) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Sugar Free Fat Free Instant Pudding
3-3/4 cups cold fat-free milk, divided
33 reduced-fat vanilla wafers
2 bananas, sliced
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP FREE Whipped Topping

Steps:

  • Beat pudding mixes and 3-1/2 cups milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min. Let stand 5 min.
  • Arrange 11 wafers on bottom and up side of 2-qt. serving bowl; drizzle with 1 Tbsp. of the remaining milk. Add layers of 1/3 each of the bananas and pudding. Repeat layers twice. Cover with COOL WHIP.
  • Refrigerate 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 2.2501 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.9238 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

VANILLA PUDDING



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Of course you'll want to make this dish if you're celebrating National Vanilla Pudding Day on May 22,this year. But you'll love this creamy, soothing pudding recipe so much that you'll be happy to eat bowlfuls of it all year long.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
2 large egg yolks, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir 1 minute.
  • Gradually stir at least half of the hot mixture into egg yolks, then stir back into hot mixture in saucepan. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla.
  • Pour pudding into dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

VANILLA PUDDING



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This is an easy and very nice tasting desert. It goes well after a heavy meal or when you want something slightly sweet.

Provided by bluebayou

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the sugar, corn starch and salt. Add milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens. Add vanilla and continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour into individual molds rinsed with cold water; chill until firm and unmold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 166.8 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

CREAMY VANILLA PUDDING



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This creamy vanilla pudding turns out perfect every time! It's quick and easy to make, and the result is an old-fashioned pudding that's great for an after-school snack or to use as a base for many delicious desserts. -Jeanne Bullard, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 cups whole milk, divided
Pinch salt
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Place 2 cups milk and salt in a saucepan. Sprinkle sugar on milk and do not stir; heat over medium-high. Quickly combine cornstarch with remaining milk; add egg yolks and mix well. When milk comes to a full boil, remove saucepan from the heat and stir in cornstarch mixture. Pudding will begin to thicken. Return to the heat and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and butter. Pour into individual dishes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

LOW-FAT VEGAN VANILLA PUDDING



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A homemade vegan vanilla pudding is easier than you think. Follow this simple recipe and a enjoy delicious low-fat and cholesterol-free dessert tonight.

Provided by Jolinda Hackett

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups soy milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large saucepan, mix the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually blend in the soy milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  • Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  • Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the pudding from the heat and add the vanilla. Let cool for 10 minutes, stirring now and then.
  • Pour the pudding into one large serving dish or individual serving dishes and chill until firm, about 2 to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 124 mg, Sugar 20 g, Fat 2 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TORTILLA DESSERT CUPS



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Diabetics and dessert lovers alike are "wowed" by these creamy treats. Says Susan Miller of Wakeman, Ohio, "After finding out my mother had diabetes, I went on a search for good recipes like this. These bites taste so yummy, no one will ever guess they're low in anything!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
10 flour tortillas (6 inches)
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup cold fat-free milk
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant white chocolate or vanilla pudding mix
2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping
1/4 cup milk chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. Coat one side of each tortilla with cooking spray; sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Turn tortillas over; repeat on the other side. Cut each tortilla into four wedges. , For each dessert cup, place round edge of one tortilla wedge in the bottom of a muffin cup, shaping sides to fit cup. Place a second tortilla wedge in muffin cup, allowing bottom and sides to overlap. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until crisp and lightly browned. Cool completely in pan., Meanwhile, for filling, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. In another bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Beat in cream cheese on low until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Carefully remove cups from pan. Pipe or spoon about 3 tablespoons filling into each cup. Drizzle or pipe with melted chocolate. Refrigerate for 5 minutes or until chocolate is set. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HOMEMADE VANILLA PUDDING



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A delectable dessert. There is no substitute for the butter.

Provided by Rosemary

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups milk
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan over medium heat, heat milk until bubbles form at edges. In a bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Pour into hot milk, a little at a time, stirring to dissolve. Continue to cook and stir until mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Do not boil. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and butter. Pour into serving dishes. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 173.2 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

SKINNY BANANA PUDDING



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32% fewer calories • 87% less fat • 90% less sat fat than the original recipe. Go bananas with a made-over dessert favorite that won't pack on the pounds!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 8h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups fat-free (skim) milk
2 boxes (4-serving size each) French vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
4 containers (6 oz each) Yoplait® Original yogurt French vanilla
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
48 reduced-fat vanilla wafer cookies
6 small bananas, sliced
Additional banana slices for garnish, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat milk and pudding mix with electric mixer on low speed until well mixed; beat in yogurt. Fold in whipped topping.
  • Place 24 vanilla wafers in a single layer in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon half of the pudding mixture over wafers. Place 6 sliced bananas over pudding mixture. Spoon remaining pudding mixture over bananas. Arrange remaining 24 vanilla wafers over top of pudding.
  • Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours but no longer than 8 hours. Just before serving, garnish with additional banana slices.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

RICH VANILLA PUDDING



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A comforting way to enjoy vanilla's flavor. For a ladies luncheon or Mother's Day, spoon pudding into pretty teacups and serve with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of dulce de leche! Slightly adapted from Jane Snow, Akron Beacon Journal.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 cups half-and-half or 3 cups milk
4 egg yolks, beaten
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped)
whipped cream (optional, to serve)
6 tablespoons dulce de leche (optional, to serve)

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Stir in half-and-half. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat. In a thin stream, gradually add 1 cup of hot mixture to beaten egg yolks while whisking vigorously. Scrape hot egg mixture into saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and smooth. Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Pour into a bowl or ramekins or teacups. Cover surface directly with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for about 2 hours.
  • Serve topped with whipped cream and dulce de leche, as desired.
  • NOTE: If using a vanilla bean in place of the extract, just add the split and scraped bean in step 1 when you add the half-and-half. Be sure to remove the bean pod before step 2.

Tips:

  • Use low-fat milk and Greek yogurt: This will help reduce the overall fat content of the pudding without sacrificing flavor or texture.
  • Use a cornstarch slurry: This will help thicken the pudding without adding extra calories or fat.
  • Sweeten the pudding with honey or maple syrup: This will provide a natural sweetness without adding refined sugar.
  • Flavor the pudding with vanilla extract, cinnamon, or nutmeg: These spices will add depth of flavor without adding extra calories.
  • Top the pudding with fresh fruit or berries: This will add a healthy dose of vitamins and antioxidants to your dessert.

Conclusion:

This reduced-fat vanilla pudding is a delicious and healthy dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is made with simple ingredients that are easy to find, and it can be prepared in just a few minutes. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing dessert or a nutritious snack, this reduced-fat vanilla pudding is a great option.

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