Description
Strawberry Pudding is a creamy, fruity dessert made with fresh strawberries, vanilla pudding, and whipped topping. It’s layered like a trifle or blended into a smooth, indulgent treat. Perfect for spring and summer, this dessert is easy to prepare and a crowd-pleaser for gatherings, potlucks, or just a sweet weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 8 vanilla wafers or graham crackers, crushed (optional, for layering or garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Let sit for 5 minutes to set.
- Fold in the whipped topping and vanilla extract, if using, until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries, reserving a few for topping.
- Spoon the pudding mixture into individual serving cups or a trifle dish, layering with crushed cookies if desired.
- Top with remaining strawberries, more whipped topping, and crushed wafers. Garnish with mint leaves if using.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet strawberries for best flavor.
- You can substitute the vanilla pudding with strawberry-flavored pudding for an extra berry boost.
- This dessert can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg