# What You'll Need:
→ Pudding
01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup cornstarch
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 2 large egg yolks
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
07 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Topping
08 - 10 Oreo cookies, crushed
09 - Whipped cream, optional
# How To Make It:
01 - Whisk whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan until smooth.
02 - Heat over medium, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
03 - Whisk egg yolks in a small bowl, then gradually incorporate about 1/2 cup of hot milk mixture into the yolks.
04 - Return the tempered yolks to the saucepan, whisk continuously, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened.
05 - Remove from heat; stir in unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
06 - Transfer pudding into serving glasses or bowls; allow to cool at room temperature for 10 minutes or refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
07 - Sprinkle crushed Oreo cookies over pudding and optionally garnish with whipped cream before serving.