Strawberry Pina Colada Pudding Recipe
This creamy and tropical Strawberry Pina Colada Pudding blends sweet strawberries, coconut, and pineapple, with a smooth pudding base for a refreshing dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional, for added tang)
- 1 tablespoon rum extract (optional, for a pina colada flavor)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk together until the pudding begins to thicken (about 2 minutes).
- Add the heavy cream and coconut milk to the pudding mixture, whisking until smooth and creamy.
- If using rum extract and lime juice, add them and whisk to combine.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries and crushed pineapple, stirring until the fruit is evenly distributed.
- Pour the pudding into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Before serving, garnish with shredded coconut for an extra tropical touch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding coconut whipped cream on top.
- For an adult version, you can substitute rum extract with actual rum, adjusting to taste.
- If you prefer a non-dairy version, you can replace the coconut milk with almond milk or oat milk.
- Feel free to adjust sweetness with honey or sugar based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
