Shamrock Shake Pudding Cups
These Shamrock Shake Pudding Cups are a quick no-bake dessert with creamy mint-vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and optional cookie crunch.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- 6 small dessert cups or jars
Ingredients
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix 3.4 oz
- 1.5 cups milk cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract start with less to taste
- 8 oz whipped topping thawed
- 1 to green food coloring 1 to 3 drops, optional
- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs optional, for layering
- whipped cream optional, for topping
- maraschino cherries optional, for topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk and vanilla extract until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in peppermint extract (start small, then taste and adjust).
- Add green food coloring a drop at a time (optional) until the shade looks right.
- Fold in whipped topping gently until fluffy and evenly combined.
- Spoon into cups. Add cookie crumbs in layers if using.
- Chill at least 1 hour. Top with whipped cream and cherries right before serving (optional).
Notes
- Use very cold milk for the best set.
- For crisp cookie texture, sprinkle crumbs on top just before serving.
- Mint extract strengths vary, so add gradually.