Shamrock Surprise
Delight your taste buds with the festive charm of *Shamrock Surprise*, a no-bake dessert that's as simple as it is stunning. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any occasion that calls for a pop of green, this indulgent treat features layers of creamy mint-flavored pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for a delightful crunch in every bite. Tinted with vibrant green food coloring, the pudding mixture delivers a visually striking presentation, while a hint of mint extract provides a refreshing twist. Garnish with mini chocolate chips and fresh mint leaves for a decorative finish that’s sure to impress. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no baking, this chilled dessert is a quick and easy crowd-pleaser your family will adore. Keywords: mint dessert, no-bake pudding, St. Patrick’s Day recipes, easy layered dessert, festive green treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (3.4 oz) Vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 1 teaspoon Mint extract
- 4 drops Green food coloring
- 6 pieces Chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos), crushed
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Mini chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk. Whisk for 2 minutes until the pudding starts to thicken.
Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until fully combined, creating a creamy texture.
Add the mint extract and green food coloring to the pudding mixture. Mix well until the color is evenly distributed and you achieve a bright green shade.
Take 4 serving glasses or bowls. Spoon a layer of crushed chocolate cookies into the bottom of each glass, using approximately 1.5 crushed cookies per serving.
Divide the green pudding mixture evenly among the 4 glasses, layering it on top of the crushed cookies.
Sprinkle the remaining crushed cookies on top of the pudding layer for added texture and surprise.
Optional garnish: Add a few mini chocolate chips and a fresh mint leaf to each serving for an extra festive touch.
Refrigerate the desserts for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the pudding to fully set.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Shamrock Surprise!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.9 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.6 g | 303% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2037 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.1 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 684 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1110 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
