Spooky Halloween Pudding Cups
Get ready to delight and spook your guests with these adorable Spooky Halloween Pudding Cups! Perfect for Halloween parties, school events, or simply to enjoy with family, these fun desserts offer two creative options: Frankenstein Monsters and Jack O' Lanterns. Not only are they visually striking, but they're also deliciously creamy and satisfyingly crunchy with crumbly Oreo cookies. Let your imagination run wild as you dress up these pudding cups and bring a festive spirit to your Halloween celebrations!
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Baker's semi-sweet chocolate baking square
1 ounce (Melted)
Cold milk
2 cups (None)
Green food coloring
6 drops (None)
Vanilla flavor instant pudding and pie filling mix
3.5 ounces (None)
Oreo cookies
8 (Crushed)
Red food coloring (for Jack O' Lantern option)
2 drops (None)
Yellow food coloring (for Jack O' Lantern option)
4 drops (None)
Pretzel sticks (for Jack O' Lantern option)
4 (None)
Instructions
1
Begin by melting the semi-sweet chocolate in the microwave according to the package instructions.
2
Once melted, use a clean small paintbrush to carefully paint spooky monster faces inside each of the four clear 5-oz. plastic cups. Refrigerate the cups until you're ready to fill them.
3
In a medium bowl, combine the cold milk and green food coloring (or red and yellow for Jack O' Lanterns) with the dry pudding mix. Whisk vigorously for about 2 minutes until the mixture is well blended and thickened.
4
Gently pour the pudding mixture into the prepared cups, filling them nearly to the top.
5
Sprinkle the crushed Oreo cookies generously over the top of each cup to create a ‘dirt’ effect, then return them to the refrigerator for at least one hour to set.
6
For the Jack O' Lantern variation, paint jack-o-lantern faces instead of monster faces, and once filled with pudding, insert a pretzel stick into the top of each cup to mimic a pumpkin stem.
7
Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful spooky fun!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spooky Halloween Pudding Cups?
Spooky Halloween Pudding Cups are festive desserts made with vanilla pudding, food coloring, and crushed Oreo cookies, designed to look like Frankenstein or Jack O' Lanterns.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What size cups should I use for the pudding?
You should use four clear 5-oz. plastic cups.
How do I create the monster faces on the cups?
Melt semi-sweet chocolate and use a clean small paintbrush to paint the faces inside the cups before refrigerating them.
What type of chocolate is recommended for the faces?
The recipe calls for 1 ounce of Baker's semi-sweet chocolate baking square.
How do I make the pudding green for the Frankenstein version?
Combine cold milk and 6 drops of green food coloring with the vanilla pudding mix.
How do I make the pudding orange for the Jack O' Lantern version?
Mix cold milk with 2 drops of red and 4 drops of yellow food coloring and the pudding mix.
What type of pudding mix is used in this recipe?
A 3.5-ounce package of vanilla flavor instant pudding and pie filling mix is used.
How much milk is needed for the pudding?
You will need 2 cups of cold milk.
How long should I whisk the pudding mixture?
Whisk the mixture vigorously for about 2 minutes until it is well blended and thickened.
What creates the 'dirt' effect on top of the cups?
Generously sprinkle crushed Oreo cookies over the top of the pudding.
How many Oreo cookies are needed for the topping?
The recipe requires 8 crushed Oreo cookies.
How long should the pudding cups set in the refrigerator?
The cups should be refrigerated for at least one hour to set properly.
What is used for the stem in the Jack O' Lantern version?
A pretzel stick is inserted into the top of the pudding to mimic a pumpkin stem.
How many pretzel sticks are needed?
You need 4 pretzel sticks if you are making the Jack O' Lantern variation.
How should the chocolate be melted?
The chocolate should be melted in the microwave according to the package instructions.
Should the milk for the pudding be cold or room temperature?
The recipe specifically calls for cold milk.
Are these pudding cups suitable for kids?
Yes, they are described as fun, adorable treats perfect for kids' school events or family enjoyment.
When should the faces be painted on the cups?
Paint the faces first and refrigerate the empty cups until you are ready to fill them with pudding.
Can I make both variations at once?
Yes, you can divide the pudding and use different food colorings to create both Frankenstein and Jack O' Lantern designs.
Should the pudding cups be served warm or cold?
They should be served chilled.
How far should I fill the cups with pudding?
Fill the prepared cups nearly to the top with the pudding mixture.
What is the preparation for the Oreo cookies?
The Oreo cookies should be crushed before being sprinkled on top.
Is the chocolate applied to the inside or outside of the cup?
The chocolate faces should be painted inside each clear plastic cup.
How many drops of food coloring are used for the Frankenstein version?
6 drops of green food coloring are used.
What color is the vanilla pudding mix naturally?
The mix is typically pale or white, allowing the food coloring to dictate the final color.
Can these be served at Halloween parties?
Yes, they are specifically designed as a creative option for Halloween parties and festive celebrations.
Is this a cook-and-serve or instant pudding recipe?
This recipe uses instant pudding and pie filling mix.
What is the texture of this dessert?
The dessert is deliciously creamy with a satisfyingly crunchy topping from the cookies.
What tools are needed to draw the faces?
A clean small paintbrush is needed to apply the melted chocolate.