Instant Vanilla Pudding
Instant vanilla pudding is a quick, creamy dessert made from a pre-packaged mix of sugar, flavorings, and thickeners like cornstarch, typically combined with cold milk. It originated in the United States as a convenient, shelf-stable product, becoming a staple in home kitchens for its ease and versatility.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is primarily a source of carbohydrates from added sugars and starch, with minimal protein and fat unless made with whole milk. A standard serving provides a quick energy boost, along with small amounts of calcium and vitamin D from the milk, and contains roughly 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 24 g |
| Sodium | 340 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Instant pudding is culturally notable for its role in American 'quick-fix' cuisine, symbolizing mid-20th-century convenience food. Nutritionally, it's unique as a dessert that can be fortified with milk, making it a surprisingly decent source of calcium for a sweet treat.
