Description
Coastal charm meets sweet indulgence in these beach pudding cups, a delightful dessert that whispers of sandy shores and summer memories. Creamy layers and playful toppings invite you to savor a moment of tropical bliss with each delectable spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
Decoration and Texture:
- 8 vanilla wafers or golden Oreos, crushed (for sand)
- 6–8 gummy fish or sharks
Styling Elements:
- Blue food coloring (optional, for ocean effect)
- 6–8 mini drink umbrellas or paper straws (for decoration)
- 6 small clear plastic cups
Instructions
- Whisk pudding mix with cold milk thoroughly for two minutes, allowing the mixture to set and thicken for an additional five minutes.
- Gently incorporate whipped topping into the pudding, ensuring complete and smooth integration.
- Introduce a few drops of blue food coloring, stirring meticulously until the pudding achieves a uniform ocean-like hue.
- Distribute the colored pudding evenly among clear serving vessels, creating a smooth and consistent base.
- Sprinkle crushed cookies across the pudding surface, mimicking a sandy beach landscape.
- Embellish each pudding cup with playful beach-themed decorations such as gummy fish, miniature umbrellas, or whimsical ocean-inspired candies.
- Refrigerate the prepared desserts for a minimum of thirty minutes to enhance flavor melding and achieve optimal serving temperature.
- Store in the refrigerator until the moment of serving to maintain the pudding’s fresh and vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Customize pudding flavor by experimenting with different pudding mix varieties like white chocolate or banana for unique beach-themed desserts.
- Create dairy-free versions by using almond, coconut, or oat milk instead of regular milk to accommodate lactose-intolerant guests.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers or vanilla wafers for the “sand” layer to make the dessert suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Enhance visual appeal by using natural blue food coloring or blending in a small amount of blue spirulina for a more organic ocean color effect.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg