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Patricia Krouse

Shamrock Shake Pudding Cups

Bright, minty mini desserts perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any playful dessert moment, featuring cool peppermint flavor and a delightful pudding texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Party
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 2 cups milk Use cold milk straight from the fridge.
  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix Any brand will suffice.
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract Start with slightly less to taste if desired.
  • a few drops Green food coloring Gel colors are recommended for vibrant hues.
Toppings
  • to taste Whipped cream Homemade or store-bought.
  • to taste Green sprinkles For garnish.
  • to taste Crushed cookies Optional base; graham crackers or chocolate cookies recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour the cold milk into a mixing bowl and whisk in the instant vanilla pudding mix until it thickens and no dry powder remains (about 1–2 minutes).
  2. Stir in the peppermint extract (adjust to taste) and add green food coloring until you reach desired hue.
  3. If using a cookie base, crush your cookies finely and layer them into the bottoms of clear serving cups.
Assembly
  1. Spoon or pipe the shamrock shake-flavored pudding evenly into the cups over the cookie layer.
  2. Top each cup with whipped cream and finish with green sprinkles for decoration.
  3. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes if you prefer a firmer texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgSugar: 12g

Notes

Plan your topping station for smooth assembly. For better texture, store without whipped cream for up to 48 hours. Label containers with date if storing for a gathering.

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