Dressed up pudding is a comforting treat
Few things can match pudding when it comes to a sweet and creamy treat. It comes in a variety of flavors, it’s easy to make, and skim milk versions are just as good as their whole milk counterparts. It’s no wonder pudding usually tops the list of favorite comfort foods. And while plain instant pudding is convenient, it’s worth the time to add a few extra ingredients.
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Pineapple and Pistachio Pudding
1 1-ounce package instant sugar-free pistachio pudding mix
1 8-ounce container plain low-fat yogurt
1 8-ounce container vanilla low-fat yogurt
1 8-ounce can unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
In a large bowl, combine pistachio pudding mix, plain yogurt, vanilla yogurt and crushed pineapple. Mix until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Makes 6 servings.
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Cappuccino Pudding
4 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon boiling water
1-1/2 cups cold fat-free milk
1 1.4-ounce package sugar-free instant chocolate (fudge) pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
Additional whipped topping and chocolate wafer crumbs, optional
Dissolve coffee in water; set aside. In a mixing bowl, combine milk, pudding mix and cinnamon. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes. Stir in coffee. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon into serving dishes. Garnish with whipped topping and wafer crumbs if desired. Makes 4 servings.
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Banana Pudding
8 ounces sour cream
1 8-ounce container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 5-ounce package instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups whole milk
1 16-ounce package vanilla wafer cookies
4 bananas, peeled and sliced
In large bowl combine sour cream, whipped topping, pudding mix and milk. Stir well. In the bottom of a trifle bowl or other glass serving dish, put a layer of cookies, then a layer of pudding mixture, then a layer of bananas. Repeat until all ingredients are used. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes 10 servings.
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Deluxe Chocolate Pudding
1-3/4 cups cold milk
1 3.9-ounce package instant chocolate pudding mix
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup chopped pecans, optional
4 pecan halves, optional
In a bowl, combine milk, pudding mix, sour cream and extract. Whisk until slightly thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in pecans, if desired. Spoon into four bowls. Top with pecan halves if desired. Makes 4 servings.
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Pantry Pointer
If you don’t like the “skin” that forms on pudding as it cools, cover the pudding with plastic wrap so that the wrap is touching the surface of the pudding.
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