Get ready to indulge in the perfect summer treat! These Mason Jar Pudding Desserts are packed with creamy pudding, irresistible cookies, and juicy fruit.
These easy desserts will be the star of any buffet table. And the best part? They're no-bake pudding recipes that are quick and easy to whip up.
Check out all the other cheesecake pudding recipes for even more ideas!
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Mason jar pudding trifles are a versatile dessert that are perfect for serving at parties, events, picnics, baby showers, bridal showers or even an fun after dinner snack for your family. or just as a single serving dessert.
By making these desserts in mason jars, you can easily transport them, and they make great gifts or even party favors!
Whether you're looking for a simple dessert that's easy to make or a creative way to serve dessert at your next event, mason jar pudding trifles are sure to be a hit.
Looking for more easy dessert recipes? Try my Chocolate Pudding Parfaits, Weight Watchers Graham Cracker Cool Whip Sandwich or my Easy Chocolate Mousse.
Table of Contents
- Recipe Notes
- Get the Mason Jar Gift Mixes for the Holidays BUNDLE
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- 📋Ingredients
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Put the Mason Jar Desserts Together
- Expert Tip
- 🥣Serving Tips
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 🍶Storage Tips
- ❄️Freezing Tips
- ➡️Top Recipe Tip
- Recipe FAQ's
- 🌟Try these recipes next...
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Recipe Notes
Make sure you use a clear mason jars so the layers of the dessert are seen. Select toppings that go with the flavors of the pudding mix your choose.
Allow the pudding to set in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before assembling the mason jar desserts.
Once the mason jars are assembled, chill the desserts for at least an hour before serving.
Right before serving, add the whipped cream and extra fruit or cookie for toppings.
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🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
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📋Ingredients
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Substitutions and Variations
- Use your favorite flavor of pudding. Try banana or cheesecake flavored pudding!
- Add a layer of pound cake or angel food cake in place of the cookies and graham crackers. Check out my Strawberry Shortcake Mason Jar recipe that uses pound cake...yum!
- Layer in chopped nuts or granola!
- Top each trifle with chocolate shavings, or caramel sauce instead of fresh fruit.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Follow the package directions to prepare both pudding mixes. I used 2% milk to prepare the pudding.
Step 2: Then, chill the pudding in the refrigerator for about an hour before assembling your easy mason jar desserts.
Put the Mason Jar Desserts Together
Step 3: Start with a layer of cookie or graham cracker crumbs at the bottom of your mason jar. Spoon in some pudding, followed by a dollop of whipped cream or whipped topping. If you're adding fruit, include a bit within each layer. Finally, top off each mason jar with a generous swirl of whipped topping.
Expert Tip
Since these recipes are best prepared a few hours or even a day before serving, I find it easier to use Cool Whip Whipped Topping instead of homemade whipped cream.
🥣Serving Tips
To make things even more convenient, you could set up a trifle bar where guests can assemble their own mason jar trifles with their favorite flavors and toppings.
Everyone loves a little treat after a big meal and these no bake desserts in a mason jar are delicious and look adorable on the buffet.
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🍶Storage Tips
Store the jars upright in the refrigerator, making sure they're not leaning or laying on their side.
Make sure to screw the lids on the jars tightly to prevent air from getting in and spoiling the dessert.
Mason jar pudding desserts can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days if properly stored.
❄️Freezing Tips
Because of the milk and whipped cream, I do not recommend freezing these pudding desserts.
The texture and flavor of the ingredients may change once they're frozen and thawed.
The pudding, cookies, and fruit may become soft and mushy, and the whipped cream or whipped topping may lose their texture and color.
➡️Top Recipe Tip
Mason jar pudding desserts are best served chilled, so take them out of the fridge about 10-15 minutes before serving to let them come to room temperature slightly.
Recipe FAQ's
What size should the mason jars be?
The best size mason jars to use for pudding desserts are the 4 ounce and 8 ounce size jars.
Can I make the pudding ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the pudding ahead of time when preparing a pudding trifle. In fact, it's often recommended to make the pudding at least a few hours in advance so that it has enough time to set properly before you begin assembling your trifle.
How do I assemble the layers in the jar so that it looks nice and neat?
To make sure your layers look neat and even, you can use a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with a corner snipped off to add the pudding or whipped cream layers. This will help you control the amount of filling you add to the jars and make sure the layers stay separate and distinct.
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🌟Try these recipes next...
- No Bake Cheesecake Pudding Parfaits with Fresh Berries
- Berry Trifle with Angel Food Cake - also made in mason jars.
- Mason Jar Desserts
📖 Recipe Card
No Bake Pudding Desserts
Ingredients
- 2 boxes chocolate pudding mix; 3.5 ounce size each; prepared according to directions on box.
- 12 to 16 Oreo cookies; crushed
- 4 cups Cool Whip Whipped Topping
- 2 boxes vanilla pudding mix; 3.5 ounce size each; prepared according to directions on box.
- 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 4 cups Cool Whip Whipped Topping
- Sliced strawberries bananas and blueberries
Method
- Prepare the pudding mixes according to the directions on the back of each box.
- Next, add either the Oreo cookie crumbs or graham cracker crumbs to the bottom of a mason jar.
- Add a spoonful of pudding, followed by a spoonful of Cool Whip; repeat.
- If you are adding fruit to the cheesecake pudding desserts, add your fruit to each layer.
- Top off each mason jar with the Cool Whip.
- You can also decorate each mason jar with either part of an Oreo cookie or a few pieces of fruit.
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
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Notes
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Let us know how it was!This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2016 with new instructions and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
Gail Yokeley says
How long will they keep in the refrigerator?
Lois says
They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Cover them with the mason jar lids or use plastic wrap. Thank you for visiting!
Sharon says
For the pudding is it two of the small box (3 oz) or the large boxes?
Lois says
Hi Sharon, I have listed in the recipe card, 3.5 ounce size pudding box. Hope this helps!
Linda Primmer says
We love mini ldesserts. Such an easy and delicious little dessert. Thank you for sharing at Love Your Creativity.
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Carrie says
Approximately how many jars does this recipe fill? I’m thinking about using this for a grad party. Thank you
Lois says
I guess that depends on the size mason jars you are going to use and how much whipped cream and cookie crumbs you add into each mason jar as well. One package of pudding will give you four to six servings of pudding in mason jars.
luvcook says
Yummy. Love your receip. Keep writing. I always support you!
Emily Buys says
Everything is cuter in a mason jar! These look yummy.
Emily @ Two Purple Couches says
I love all of these ideas! No bake desserts are the best 🙂 Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday!
Susan (5 Minutes for Mom) says
I love mason jar desserts... So lovely for picnics.