Description
Shamrock Shake Pudding Cups offer a festive and delightful twist on the classic minty treat, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cheerful gathering. With luscious layers of creamy mint pudding, fluffy whipped cream, and colorful toppings, these cups create an irresistibly fun dessert that is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Easy to prepare and customize, they are sure to impress your guests and bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp mint extract
- 4–5 drops green food coloring
- 1 cup whipped cream (plus extra for topping)
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips or colorful sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the mint extract and green food coloring until you achieve your desired shamrock green hue.
- Layer the pudding mixture with whipped cream in clear cups, repeating until filled.
- Top with additional whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate chips or sprinkles for added flair.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg