- 1/2 cup tapioca pearls
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
Step-by-Step Directions to Make Tapioca Pudding
1. Hydrate the Tapioca
Begin by combining the tapioca pearls and milk in a medium saucepan. Allow the mixture to sit for 20–30 minutes to soften the pearls.
2. Cook the Base
Next, heat the saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in the sugar and cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it steams and the pearls turn translucent, which should take about 10–15 minutes. Be sure to keep the heat gentle to prevent scorching.
3. Temper the Egg
In a small bowl, beat the egg. Gradually whisk in a few spoonfuls of the hot tapioca mixture to warm the egg slowly, preventing it from scrambling.
4. Finish the Pudding
Return the tempered egg to the saucepan, stirring constantly. Cook for an additional 3–5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and the pearls are mostly translucent. The pudding should coat the back of a spoon.
