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Classic Grape-Nuts Pudding

Adapted from the original Post Post Grape-Nuts Cereal packaging. Back of the Bag is not affiliated with Post.

"A New England tradition on every box."

Prep 10 min Cook 50 min 6 servings
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Classic Grape-Nuts Pudding

The Story

This recipe first appeared on Grape-Nuts boxes during the mid-20th century, becoming a staple of New England comfort food. It gained widespread popularity because it utilized the cereal to create a self-layering texture, with a custard top and a nutty, cake-like base. It remains one of the most requested recipes in the Post brand archives.

From the back of Post Grape-Nuts Cereal — since 1944

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Post Grape-Nuts Cereal
  • 2 cups milk, scalded
  • 2 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. 2

    Add Grape-Nuts cereal to scalded milk in a medium bowl.

  3. 3

    Combine eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla in a separate bowl; gradually add the milk and cereal mixture, stirring constantly.

  4. 4

    Pour the mixture into a 1-quart buttered baking dish.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle with nutmeg.

  6. 6

    Place the baking dish in a pan of hot water (water bath).

  7. 7

    Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Serve warm or chilled.