Ingredient

Vanilla Pudding

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers add vanilla pudding mix to provide a sweet, creamy flavor and texture to …

What it is

Vanilla pudding is a creamy dessert made from milk, sugar, and a thickening agent like cornstarch or eggs. It is flavored with vanilla, which can come from vanilla beans or synthetic vanillin. The mixture is cooked until thickened, then cooled.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add vanilla pudding mix to provide a sweet, creamy flavor and texture to desserts. It is commonly found in cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes, cookies, and other frozen desserts, acting as a primary flavor and textural component.

Health notes

Vanilla and its flavorings are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. JECFA has evaluated vanillin and established an acceptable daily intake. At typical consumption levels, vanilla pudding is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns with normal intake.

Allergen info

Vanilla pudding is not a major allergen itself. However, it is often made with milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Check product labels for specific allergen information.

Products containing Vanilla Pudding

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The Cheesecake Factory Bakery, Inc. Cinnamon Swirl Cheesecake Layers Of Cinnabon Cinnamon Cheesecake And Vanilla Crunch Cake Topped With Cream Cheese Frosting And Caramel, Cinnamon Swirl Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 387kcal 3.8Protein 23.6Fat 40.6Carbs Garden-Fresh Foods, Inc. Blissful Treats, Cookies 'N Cream Mousse Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 244kcal 1.1Protein 8.9Fat 37.8Carbs Steven-Robert Desserts Cakebabies Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 387kcal 3.2Protein 19.4Fat 51.6Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookies Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving 323kcal 5.0Protein 8.1Fat 61.6Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Vanilla Pudding Cup, Vanilla Puddings & Custards High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 147kcal 1.0Protein 5.9Fat 22.6Carbs The Kroger Co. Dulce De Leche Creme Pie, Dulce De Leche Creme Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 371kcal 3.4Protein 23.6Fat 36.0Carbs CurlyTop Baker LLC Potato Chipper Gourmet Cookies, Potato Cookies & Biscuits High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 414kcal 5.5Protein 15.6Fat 60.2Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Lemon Meringue Mousse Cake, Lemon Meringue Mousse Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 275kcal 2.2Protein 13.2Fat 39.6Carbs Dierberg's Markets, Inc. Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 115% DV per serving High in added sugars — 70% DV per serving 194kcal 1.6Protein 10.5Fat 22.3Carbs Dierberg's Markets, Inc. Ultimate Strawberry Parfait Cup, Ultimate Strawberry Yogurt High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in added sugars — 52% DV per serving 146kcal 1.2Protein 5.7Fat 22.3Carbs Target Stores Pumpkin Whoopie Pies, Pumpkin Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 333kcal 5.6Protein 20.4Fat 48.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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