Craving a decadent dessert that won’t derail your health goals? Look no further! This Instant Pot Cherry Pudding is your new best friend. It’s unbelievably creamy, bursting with sweet cherry flavor, and comes together in a flash. This simple, sugar-free recipe delivers a sophisticated treat that’s perfect for a quick weeknight indulgence or impressing guests. Get ready to fall in love with guilt-free dessert!

Ingredients

• ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy whipping cream
• ¾ cup (180 ml) unsweetened almond milk
• 4 large egg whites
• 3 tsp (15 g) powdered stevia, or to taste
• 1 tsp (5 ml) sugar-free cherry extract
• ¼ tsp (1 g) xanthan gum

Instructions

1. Directions
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, almond milk, egg whites, powdered stevia, cherry extract, and xanthan gum. Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat on high speed for 3 minutes until well combined and slightly frothy.
3. Evenly divide the mixture among 5 small, oven-safe ramekins.
4. Pour 2 cups of water into the inner pot of your Instant Pot and place a trivet inside.
5. Carefully arrange the ramekins on top of the trivet. You can cover each ramekin loosely with foil to prevent condensation from dripping onto the pudding.
6. Secure the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the steam release handle is set to the “Sealing” position.
7. Select the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the timer for 3 minutes on high pressure.
8. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally. When the float valve has dropped, carefully open the lid.
9. Remove the ramekins from the pot and let them cool to room temperature on a wire rack.
10. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to fully set before serving. Enjoy chilled!

Nutritional Information

• Nutrition Per Serving
• Calories: 153
• Total Fat: 14.2g
• Net Carbs: 2g
• Fiber: 5.8g
• Protein: 4.5g

Pro Tips

• To prevent condensation from making your pudding watery, loosely cover each ramekin with a piece of aluminum foil before cooking.
• For the smoothest texture, sift the powdered stevia and xanthan gum into the wet to avoid any clumping.
• Feel free to experiment with other sugar-free extracts! Vanilla, almond, or even lemon extract would create delicious variations.
• Serve topped with a dollop of fresh whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a few low-carb berries for an extra special touch.

FAQ

Q: Is this cherry pudding keto-friendly
A: Yes, this Instant Pot Cherry Pudding is very keto-friendly. With only 2g of net carbs per serving, it’s an excellent low-carb dessert option.

Q: Why is my pudding watery on top
A: A watery top is likely due to condensation dripping from the Instant Pot lid. To prevent this, the recipe recommends loosely covering each ramekin with a piece of aluminum foil before cooking.

Q: Can I use a different flavor besides cherry
A: Absolutely! You can easily customize the flavor by swapping the cherry extract. The recipe suggests trying other sugar-free extracts like vanilla, almond, or even lemon for delicious variations.

Q: What is the purpose of xanthan gum in this recipe
A: Xanthan gum is a sugar-free thickener and stabilizer. In this pudding, it helps create a smooth, creamy texture without adding carbs or sugar.