Description
These No-Bake Pumpkin Pudding Cups are a quick and delicious autumn-inspired dessert featuring creamy vanilla pudding combined with smooth pumpkin purée and warm spices. Perfectly chilled and topped with whipped cream, they offer a fuss-free treat that captures the cozy flavors of the season without any baking required.
Ingredients
For the Pudding
- 2 boxes halal-certified instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz each)
- 1 can plain pumpkin purée (15 oz)
- 3 cups cold whole milk
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground allspice
For Topping
- Freshly whipped cream
- Extra ground cinnamon, for dusting
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cold whole milk, instant vanilla pudding mix, pumpkin purée, packed brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground allspice until the mixture becomes smooth and uniform in texture.
- Let Set: Allow the pudding mixture to stand at room temperature for 5 minutes. This resting time helps the pudding thicken properly and develop the right consistency.
- Chill: Divide the pudding evenly among six small serving cups. Place the cups in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to ensure the pudding is fully set and cold.
- Add Toppings: Before serving, top each pudding cup with a dollop of freshly whipped cream and lightly dust with extra ground cinnamon for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use instant vanilla pudding mix for quick preparation and consistent texture.
- Plain pumpkin purée provides natural pumpkin flavor without added sugars or spices.
- The combination of cinnamon, ginger, and allspice creates a nutmeg-free spice blend ideal for those avoiding nutmeg.
- Refrigerate the pudding cups for at least one hour to allow them to set properly.
- For a lighter version, consider using low-fat milk instead of whole milk.