This Pumpkin Pudding recipe is so easy and quick to prepare because it uses a pudding mix and canned pumpkin puree mixed with spices; it tastes like pumpkin pie in a cup.
Better than anything store-bought, this gluten-free, make-ahead, and fuss-free treat is a lighter after-dinner dessert that leaves room for you to fill your plate with your other favorite foods. The perfect Thanksgiving dessert!
WHY WE LOVE THIS PUMPKIN PUDDING RECIPE
1️⃣ Quick and easy to make in only 10 minutes.
2️⃣ Only uses 4 ingredients plus optional garnish.
3️⃣ Delicious, creamy, and smooth dessert.
4️⃣ Tastes like pumpkin pie without the crust.
5️⃣ Can be made ahead of time and also easily doubled for a large crowd.
6️⃣ Perfect for Thanksgiving
7️⃣ Gluten-free treat that can be made Vegan too.
8️⃣ Pumpkin puree adds nutritional value and pumpkin flavor to this pudding, making it “healthy-ish”!
INGREDIENTS / SHOPPING LIST
- Canned pumpkin puree: Make sure you do not use pumpkin pie mix–just pureed pumpkin from the can.
- Evaporated milk
- Pumpkin pie spice (+ ½ teaspoon for garnish)
- Boxed instant vanilla pudding mix
- Whipped topping (optional garnish)
HOW TO MAKE THE RECIPE
This Pumpkin Pudding is a quick and easy way to make a deliciously flavorful Fall dessert. Starting with a box of instant pudding and then combining it with a can of pumpkin, evaporated milk, and spice–this is a Thanksgiving hit every time!
- Beat together pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, and pumpkin spice with a mixer.
- Add instant pudding packages to the mixture and mix on low until incorporated.
- Divide pudding into dessert cups and cover with plastic wrap.
- Then chill pudding cups in the refrigerator.
- Just before serving, top pudding cups with whipped topping and pumpkin spice. Enjoy!
STORAGE TIPS
To Store: Store any leftovers tightly covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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