Boxed pudding is tasty and convenient. Prepared according to package ingredients, it’s a comforting dessert. But, want to know how you can make it better? Add it to pies, cakes, cookies, frosting, or even fruit salad. Who knew so many treats could start with a box of pudding? It’s a simple shortcut that adds creamy texture and flavor to an array of desserts. This round-up of 25 desserts made with boxed pudding proves that a box of instant pudding can be used in a variety of sweet treats. If you’ve been organizing your pantry and realize how many instant pudding boxes were hidden, make one of these wonderful dessert recipes.
Ice Box Lemon Drop Cake
“My grandmother made a delicious, moist lemon cake like this from scratch years ago. It was my favorite. Now, with time as a rare ingredient in my kitchen, I use a box cake mix and add a few things of my own to make the same great taste my grandmother created.” – Jane
Mini Chocolate Raspberry Rum Cakes
“These are always a big hit with family and friends. They make great gifts too.” – Lisa
Hawaiian Dream Trifle
“I love the combined flavors of pineapple, toasted coconut, and macadamia nuts. I combined these flavors with angel food cake and coconut cream pudding for a light tropical dessert.” – Susan
Caramel Pecan Banana Cake
“Mom made a banana Bundt cake with the fruit, and I savored every single bite. I came up with this recipe in honor of my dad and uncle, who have since passed.” – Tresa
Death by Chocolate 3 Layer Brownies
“I find everyone is up for chocolate. I have tried making the middle layer with different flavors of instant pudding, but chocolate always the favorite, and what better way to go than death by chocolate!” – Susan
Neapolitan Dirt
“I was making the usual Dirt for company and opened the cabinet to get out the boring vanilla pudding. However, a box of this new strawberry cream pudding fell out of the cabinet, so I thought I would try it. The end result was amazing! It is sooooo much better than the original.” – Dana
Whipped Chocolate Candy Crunch Pie
“I have a small love affair with anything chocolate. This Whipped Chocolate Candy Crunch Pie is enough to get you ‘Chocolate wasted’, LOL. If you have never had or made chocolate whipped cream, you don’t know what you are missing.” – Debbie
Italian Love Cake
“This is a great cake for a crowd. Because it is so rich it serves a lot of people, and there won’t be any leftover if you are serving a crowd. My family loves this cake and I always make this when we are having parties.” – Kristie
Everyone’s Favorite Sticky Buns
“These delicious, sweet sticky buns go well with breakfast or brunch. They are very easy to prepare and so popular! I have also sent a pan of these to bake sales, and they disappear quickly.” – Kendra
Dreamy Creamy Peanut Butter Pie
“A somewhat unassuming local bar/restaurant used to get the most fantastic pies made for them by a woman who lived nearby – light, fluffy, pure heaven! It was that heavenly pie that I was attempting to duplicate when I came up with this recipe. My fellow peanut butter lovers so far have given it rave reviews.” – Lori
Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes ~ Robynne
“Banana Cream Pie… cupcake style! These cupcakes are loaded with flavor and I bet you can’t eat just one.” – Robynne
Pumpkin Bundt Cake
“This is a nice, moist cake good any time of the year, but particularly nice for the holidays.” – Candy
Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
“My teenagers and their friends love these cookies and always request them!” – Nikki
Chocolate Dream Pie
“This is beyond amazing and melts in your mouth. Turn all the noises off in your house (people included). Sit down with a cup of coffee and a slice of this pie. Savor every bite… You will love or hate me after making this.” – Janet
Oh My God, What a Great Dessert!
“An unusual layered dessert that always gets rave reviews.” – Randi
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
“This makes a great summer dessert. I originally modified this dessert to include shortbread cake instead of angel food cake. It’s much better this way and gives it a true strawberry shortcake taste.” – Michael
Hawaiian Pie
“Kinda tastes like a pina colada in the form of a pie. Really easy and good…” – Joelle
Drumstick (Nutty Buddy) Dessert
“Family favorite! Best if frozen then pull out 20-30 minutes before serving; makes it easier to cut.” – Suzanne
Summertime Banana Coconut Cream Pie
“This is a great dessert on a hot day. And whether you consider yourself to be a lightly salted cook, cooked to perfection, or somewhere in between, you’ll find it to be a fun, easy, tasty dessert!” – Lorie
Orange Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse Parfaits
“This quick and easy dessert has my favorite flavors in it… chocolate, orange, and cheesecake. And just the right size for just me and my hubby. It is a snap to put together, but delicious enough for any gathering.” – Debbie
Jumbo Cranberry Citrus Muffins
“My mother eats a muffin every day for breakfast, and I have come up with several different kinds for her. This is her favorite that I have made.” – Cheryl
Chocolate Coconut Bundt Cake
“I have a really good coconut cake recipe, but I was craving chocolate, so I switched out a few ingredients. This is what I came up with. I took it to work (my co-workers are my guinea pigs) and they all loved it.” – Sue
Banana Pudding Squares
“This is not a dietetic recipe. You get the full flavors from all the ingredients. This recipe is a step up from the other banana pudding recipes. It is delicious and when served is pretty. My family enjoys it when I make this.” – Betty
Drunken Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake
“My original recipe for Drunken Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake can easily be converted to non-alcoholic. You may want to garnish with fresh strawberries dipped in white chocolate for a more elegant look when entertaining.” – Raquel
Fruit Salad to Die For!
“This is such an easy thing to make and the whole family will enjoy it. I try to keep it made all the time for my family.” – Betsy