Patriotic Layered Cups (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pudding Base
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1 packet (96 g) of instant vanilla pudding powder
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480 ml chilled milk
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1 tub (227 g) of whipped topping, defrosted
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Blue food dye
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Red food dye
→ Toppings and Decorations
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12 crushed vanilla sandwich cookies
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75 g chopped strawberries
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75 g fresh blueberries
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Optional: sprinkles in red, white, and blue
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Optional: patriotic flags or themed decorations
# Instructions:
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Stir together the instant pudding powder with cold milk in a bowl, whisking energetically for a couple minutes until you notice it thickening.
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Blend the whipped topping into the pudding carefully until the texture becomes fluffy and smooth.
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Separate the pudding into three bowls evenly. Leave one plain for white, mix red dye into another, and stir blue dye into the last. Mix thoroughly to ensure the colors are even.
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In clear serving cups, start with cookie crumbs, followed by red pudding, another cookie layer, add white pudding, more crumbs, and finish with a layer of blue pudding.
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Top each layered dessert with the remaining cookie bits, a handful of blueberries, diced strawberries, sprinkles, and any decorative toppers you'd like.
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Place your desserts in the fridge for an hour or longer. This'll let the flavors blend and the layers firm up nicely before you serve.
# Notes:
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For brighter hues, use gel-based food coloring that's safe for consumption.
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For a different twist, try chocolate sandwich cookies instead.
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Switch to dairy-free milk and whipped topping to make this friendly for those avoiding dairy.