Description
Beach Pudding Cups are a no-bake, kid-friendly dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! Made with creamy vanilla pudding, crushed cookies for “sand,” and cute beach-themed toppings, these are perfect for summer parties, pool days, or just a sweet beachy treat.
Ingredients
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1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
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2 cups cold milk
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1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
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8 vanilla wafers or golden Oreos, crushed (for sand)
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Blue food coloring (optional, for ocean effect)
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6-8 gummy fish or sharks
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6-8 mini drink umbrellas or paper straws (for decoration)
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6 small clear plastic cups
Instructions
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Make the pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
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Fold in whipped topping until fully combined.
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Add a few drops of blue food coloring (if using) and stir until the color is even and resembles ocean water.
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Spoon pudding evenly into small clear cups.
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Top with crushed cookies to create the “sand.”
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Decorate with gummy fish, mini umbrellas, or any beach-themed candies.
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Chill for 30 minutes before serving, or keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Notes
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Use clear plastic cups so the ocean and sand layers are visible.
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You can also layer pudding and “sand” to create a layered beach scene.
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Try chocolate pudding for a fun twist—it turns into a “muddy beach”!