I made this orange pudding the other day, and it was such a treat! It’s full of fresh, natural orange flavor and that beautiful color comes straight from the fruit, no artificial stuff at all. The best part? The ingredients are so simple, just things I already had in my kitchen. And it all came together super quickly, which is perfect when you want something sweet without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Orange Puddings
There’s something about orange pudding that pulls you in with its promise of bold flavors. It’s the kind of dessert that feels comforting and exciting all at once, mixing rich creaminess with a lively citrus twist.
Imagine a smooth, velvety custard that melts on your tongue, followed by the fresh, tangy brightness of oranges. The caramelized syrup adds a sweet depth, while the garnish of orange segments gives you that extra burst of sunshine in every bite.
It's a dessert that feels light, yet so satisfying, a perfect way to enjoy something fresh and vibrant. Making it is simple, but the flavors are extraordinary. Every spoonful is a little escape, creamy, zesty, and just what you need when you're craving something sweet but refreshing..
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⭐Why You'll Love Orange Pudding
- Creamy and Silky Texture: The combination of milk, heavy cream, and eggs results in a velvety custard with a silky-smooth texture that melts in your mouth.
- Subtle Cinnamon Undertones: The presence of a cinnamon stick infuses a subtle and warm undertone, complementing the citrus notes for a well-balanced taste.
- Balanced Sweetness: The balanced sweetness, achieved through the combination of sugar, orange juice, and orange syrup, ensures that the dessert is not overly sweet but just right for a satisfying treat.
- Perfect Refreshing Dessert: Especially suitable for warm days or after a hearty meal.
🧾Orange Pudding Ingredients
Here is a list of everything you need:
For the Orange Pudding:
- Milk: Provides a creamy and smooth base for the custard, contributing to the overall richness.
- Heavy Cream: Adds richness and a luxurious texture to the custard, creating a velvety mouthfeel.
- Cinnamon Stick: Infuses a subtle and warm cinnamon flavor into the custard, enhancing its complexity.
- Orange Zest: Introduces a bright and citrusy aroma to the custard, elevating the overall freshness and flavor.
- Vanilla: Enhances the custard with a sweet and aromatic vanilla undertone, adding depth to the flavor profile.
- Egg Yolks: Contribute to the richness and creaminess of the custard, imparting a smooth texture.
- Eggs: Serve as a binding agent, helping to set the custard and achieve the desired consistency.
- Sugar: Sweetens the custard, balancing the tartness of the orange juice and providing a delightful sweetness.
- Orange Juice: Infuses the custard with natural citrus flavor, adding a refreshing and zesty element.
Ingredients For the Caramelized Orange Syrup:
- Orange Juice: Provides a natural citrusy sweetness to the syrup, enhancing the overall orange flavor profile.
- Sugar: Combines with the orange juice to create a caramelized syrup.
For Garnish:
- Oranges: Fresh orange segments serve as a visually appealing and flavorful garnish for the Pudding with Orange.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
👩🏻🍳How to Make Orange Pudding
These step-by-step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.
1. Combine milk, heavy cream, cinnamon stick, orange zest, and vanilla in a saucepan. Allow the mixture to simmer on low for 10 minutes, then take it off the heat and allow it to cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together egg yolks, whole eggs, and sugar until a well-blended mixture is achieved.
3. Discard the cinnamon stick and gradually pour the milk mixture into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
4. Incorporate the orange juice into the mixture, stirring thoroughly.
5. Pour the Pudding mixture into each of the individual glass ramekins.
6. Position the ramekins in a deep baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the glass ramekins.
7. Place in the preheated oven at 150°C (302°F) with a fan for approximately 35 minutes, or until the custard sets with a subtle jiggle remaining in the center.
8. Take out of the oven and allow the pudding to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
9. Combine orange juice and sugar in a saucepan. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, and the consistency thickens into a syrup. Transfer the orange syrup into a small bowl and let it cool down.
10. Drizzle the caramelized orange syrup over the surface using a spoon.
11. Top it off with freshly sliced orange segments for a delightful garnish.
12. Indulge in the refreshing delight of your chilled Orange Pudding! Bon appétit!
💭Tips for Recipe Success
Zesting Technique: Zest the oranges carefully, avoiding the bitter white pith, to capture the aromatic citrus oils.
Cinnamon Infusion: Allow the cinnamon stick to infuse into the milk and cream mixture slowly, providing a subtle warmth to the custard.
Balancing Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar in the custard mixture to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness, considering the natural sweetness of the orange juice.
Caramelized Syrup Consistency: Monitor the thickness of the syrup. It should coat the back of a spoon and have a luxurious, pourable consistency.
Water Bath: Place the ramekins in a water bath during baking to ensure gentle and even cooking. This helps prevent overcooking and curdling.
Low Oven Temperature: Bake the pudding at a low temperature to achieve a creamy texture. Avoid high temperatures that might lead to a grainy or overcooked custard.
Sufficient Chilling Time: Allow the pudding to chill in the refrigerator for the recommended time (at least 4 hours or overnight) to ensure it sets properly and develops its flavors.
❓Commonly Asked Questions
Pudding is a creamy dessert made with milk, sugar, and a starch-based thickening agent, while flan is a custard-like dessert with eggs, milk, and sugar, featuring a caramelized sugar layer and having cultural ties to Latin American and Spanish cuisines.
The main difference between pudding and custard lies in their texture and ingredients: pudding is a general term for a creamy, often starch-thickened dessert, while custard specifically refers to a dessert made with eggs and milk, resulting in a smoother and more delicate texture.
🍮More Custard and Pudding Recipes
Love this Orange Pudding? You’ll also enjoy these delicious custard and pudding recipes:
- Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding
- Natilla Spanish Homemade Custard
- Caramel Pudding
- Sticky Toffee Pudding
- Lemon Pudding Cake
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📖 Recipe
Orange Pudding
Ingredients
For the Pudding with Orange:
- 200 ml Milk
- 250 ml Heavy Cream
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
- Zest of two Oranges
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- 2 Egg Yolks
- 4 Eggs
- 25 g Sugar
- 100 ml Orange Juice
For the Caramelized Orange Syrup:
- 160 ml Orange Juice
- 100 g Sugar
For Garnish:
- 3 Oranges
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine milk, heavy cream, cinnamon stick, orange zest, and vanilla. Heat and simmer for 10 minutes on low heat to infuse the milk mixture.
- Remove from the heat and let it cool down.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, eggs, and sugar until well combined.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and slowly pour the milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
- Stir in the orange juice.
- Pour the pudding mixture into a jug. Remove all bubbles from the top of the pudding mixture.
- Pour the pudding mixture into the glass ramekins.
- Place the ramekins in a deep baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the glass ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 150°C (302°F) with a fan for about 35 minutes or until the custard is set but still has a slight jiggle in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let the custards cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In a saucepan, combine 160g of orange juice and 100g of sugar.
- Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens into a syrup.
- Pour the orange syrup into a small bowl and set aside to cool.
- Spoon the caramelized orange syrup over the top.
- Peel and segment the oranges, removing any piths.
- Garnish with fresh orange segments.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your delightful Pudding with Orange!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
Sandra says
This dessert looks super creamy, the orange segments makes a good presentation I am sure it is a delightful dessert to try!