Description
Delight in these Easy No Bake S’mores Pudding Cups, featuring creamy homemade chocolate pudding layered over a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with toasted marshmallows for a nostalgic, cozy dessert that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
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 milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously 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 while stirring until the pudding thickens. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Prepare the crust: Combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter in a bowl until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of individual serving cups to form a crust layer.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the warm chocolate pudding over the graham cracker crusts in the cups. Top with a sprinkle of additional crushed graham crackers and marshmallows. Refrigerate the cups for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to set and flavors to meld.
- Toast marshmallows: Just before serving, place the pudding cups under the broiler for a short time to toast the marshmallows until golden and lightly charred. Watch closely to avoid burning. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Tempering the eggs prevents them from curdling in the hot pudding mixture.
- Use full-fat milk for a creamier pudding texture.
- Crush graham crackers finely for a sturdier crust that holds together well.
- Broiling marshmallows should be done carefully and quickly to avoid burning.
- For a quicker version, use store-bought chocolate pudding and skip homemade preparation.
- These pudding cups can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated until ready to toast and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake s'mores pudding, chocolate pudding cups, easy s'mores dessert, no bake dessert, pudding cups, quick no bake s'mores
