St. Patrick's Day Green Shake Pudding Cups
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with these festive green pudding cups! Layers of chocolate cookie crumbs, creamy green pudding, and whipped cream make a fun, quick, and colorful dessert that’s perfect for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Pudding Cups
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix 3.4 oz
- 2 cups whole milk cold
- 0.25 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 4-6 drops green food coloring
- 12 pieces chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreos, crushed
- 1 cup whipped cream or prepared whipped topping
- as needed green sprinkles for garnish
- 6 pieces maraschino cherries optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them into coarse crumbs with a rolling pin. Divide crumbs evenly among 6 dessert cups and press down gently to form a base layer.
- In a medium bowl or jar, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk or shake vigorously for about 2 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Stir in the peppermint extract and green food coloring, adding drops until the desired green shade is achieved.
- Spoon the green pudding evenly over the cookie crusts in each cup.
- Refrigerate the cups for at least 30 minutes to allow the pudding to set completely.
- Just before serving, top each cup with a dollop of whipped cream, green sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry if desired.
Notes
For richer flavor, substitute chocolate pudding for vanilla. Ensure milk is very cold to help the pudding set. Pudding cups can be made up to 24 hours in advance; cover with plastic wrap and add whipped cream and garnishes before serving.
