Cream of Wheat pudding

Cream of Wheat pudding is a warm, comforting dessert made by cooking Cream of Wheat (a fine-ground durum wheat farina) with milk, sugar, and often butter, eggs, and vanilla until it thickens into a creamy, porridge-like consistency. It's a simple, home-style treat popular in American and British cooking, often served chilled or warm with toppings like fruit, nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates for energy, with moderate protein from the wheat and milk, and some fat depending on added butter or cream. A typical serving provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and calcium, with a calorie range of roughly 200-300 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	150 mg
Iron	8 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Folate	100 mcg
Magnesium	30 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a nostalgic comfort food that transforms a humble breakfast cereal into a dessert, showcasing the versatility of simple pantry staples. Nutritionally, the durum wheat in Cream of Wheat is a good source of iron, which is often enriched in the product, making it a surprisingly mineral-rich option for a sweet dish.