Description
This Easy No Bake S’mores Pudding Cups recipe combines creamy homemade chocolate pudding with a crunchy graham cracker crust and toasted marshmallow topping. Perfect for a quick and cozy dessert, these pudding cups come together in just 15 minutes and chill to create a deliciously indulgent treat without the need for baking.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Pudding
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Topping
- 2 cups marshmallows
Instructions
- Make the chocolate pudding: In a saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to boil, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs then slowly pour in a small amount of the hot milk mixture to temper the eggs. Return the egg mixture to the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens to a creamy consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Prepare the crust: Combine the crushed graham crackers with melted butter, mixing well until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of individual serving cups to form the crust layer.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the warm chocolate pudding over the graham cracker crust in each cup. Sprinkle additional crushed graham crackers on top, then add marshmallows as the topping. Place the cups in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to set.
- Toast marshmallows: Once chilled, place the pudding cups under the oven broiler for a short time to toast the marshmallows until they turn golden brown. Keep a close watch to prevent burning. Serve immediately after toasting for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- To temper eggs properly, add hot liquid slowly while whisking to avoid scrambling.
- Use regular or mini marshmallows depending on preference for topping texture.
- You can substitute plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
- Chilling the pudding overnight enhances its flavor and texture.
- For a smoky flavor, consider toasting marshmallows with a kitchen torch instead of the broiler.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: s’mores pudding, no bake dessert, chocolate pudding, graham cracker crust, toasted marshmallows, easy dessert
