Ingredients
- Jello Instant Pudding Mix (Flavor of your choice: Chocolate, Vanilla, Butterscotch, etc.) – 1 package
- Milk – 2 cups (cold, full-fat recommended)
- Pre-Made Pie Crust (Graham cracker, chocolate, or vanilla wafer) – 1 crust
- Optional for variations:
- Whipped Cream – ½ cup
- Fresh Fruits (e.g., strawberries, bananas) – for garnish
- Chocolate Shavings – for garnish
- Cornstarch or Gelatin – for additional thickness (if needed)
Instructions
Prepare the Base Filling:
- Mix the Jello pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk. Whisk for 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- For a firmer texture, incorporate 1 tablespoon of cornstarch (dissolved in a small amount of cold milk) or 1 teaspoon of gelatin (dissolved in warm water) into the mixture.
Pour and Set:
- Pour the prepared pudding into the pre-made pie crust.
- Smooth the surface with a spatula for an even layer.
Chill:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2–3 hours to allow the pudding to set properly.
Add Toppings:
- Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream, fresh fruit, chocolate shavings, or a decorative lattice crust for added flavor and visual appeal.
Serve:
- Slice and serve chilled for a delicious treat!
Notes
- For added creaminess, Whisk ½ cup of heavy cream until soft peaks begin to form. and fold it into the pudding mixture before chilling.
- Pre-bake the pie crust and let it cool to avoid a soggy bottom.
- For a creative twist, try layering different pudding flavors (e.g., chocolate and vanilla) for a visually appealing dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (if using cornstarch or gelatin)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (⅛ of the pie)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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